How to Delete the Vrbo Account?

By Abinash | Updated On June 29, 2022 

Do you want to delete the Vrbo account but don’t have any idea how to do so? Then, don’t worry! We are here to help you. You can continue to read this article until the last portion.

Vrbo is an online service that offers travelers to rent properties during vacations. It serves millions of tourists across the globe, where users are allowed to find rental properties in certain places till their stay and book them. Vrbo is an abbreviate form of Vacation Rental by the Owner. It has a homeowner subscription model that allows homeowners to list their house, cabin, beach house, condo, etc. on this website. Moreover, users can create and edit account information, search for the property on rent, check reviews and images related to the property and book the property by using various payment methods.

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However, you may want to delete the Vrbo account at some point. If you’re not satisfied with the Vrbo services or want to use its alternatives, then you can directly delete your account without further inquiry.

Now, let’s get to know what are the steps to delete the Vrbo account.

What Happens when you Delete the Vrbo Account?

Before you proceed to the deletion process, get to know what happens when you delete the Vrbo account. As so as you delete your account. All your account information will get deleted. You cannot book or rent properties when you go on vacation. You won’t be able to restore the account because it will be permanently removed. However, they keep some data like your transaction history and complaints that you’d made.

How to Delete the Vrbo Account?

Vrbo lets its users delete their accounts on their own. You can easily delete the Vrbo account through the website and email. Follow the steps mentioned below:

Through Website

  1. Go to the Vrbo website.
  2. Log into your account.
  3. Tap on your Name from the top-right side.
  4. Then, click on Account.
  5. Go to the Profile visibility section.
  6. Now, toggle the settings to the left. After that, your account will be deleted.

Through Email

  1. Open your email account associated with the Vrbo account.
  2. Then, write [email protected] to the receiver’s address.
  3. Write a valid reason for deleting the account.
  4. Provide your account number along with your password.
  5. The support team will reach you in 4 to 6 weeks via phone or email.

Note: You should provide your correct contact details as Vrbo uses your present contact information to delete your account. So, if you provide incorrect data, the deletion process can be delayed.

Data that Vrbo Deletes on your Request

So, what types of data does Vrbo removes when you request to delete your account? Well, all your transaction history and your complaints may not be deleted immediately. Also, they keep track of these data for an extended time in case it’s required for a legal proceeding. However, Vrbo deletes some data like:

  1. Your account information.
  2. Survey and reviews you provided to them.
  3. And, marketing email history.

How to Cancel Vrbo Subscription?

Cancel your subscription for Vrbo before you delete your account. To cancel your subscription, tap on View Information > Sign in if needed > Scroll down and tap on Subscriptions > Click on Manage > Now, click Edit next to Vrbo Owner app > Click on Cancel Subscription.

Further, Vrbo provides 100% cashback as a cancellation policy if you cancel within 14 days of your check-in. You’ll get a 50% refund when you cancel at least 7 days before check-in and no refund will be given if you cancel less than 7 days before check-in

How to Delist your Property?

If you’re a homeowner and want to remove your property from their list, you have to visit the Vrbo website. Then, tap on the Cancel My Listing and you’ll be asked to type your password. You can create a new password from Create Password section if you don’t have a password. After that, you’ll be asked to confirm your cancellation request. Following your cancellation, you cannot restore it.

Therefore, follow the two methods in case you want to delete the Vrbo account permanently. We hope, this article has helped you till the end.

Abinash writes mostly on tech content.