Step 1: Accessing Google Voice
To start the deactivation process, you need to access your Google Voice account. Follow these steps:
- Open your web browser and visit the Google Voice website.
- Sign in using your Google account credentials.
- Click on the menu icon (represented by three horizontal lines) in the top-left corner of the screen.
- Select “Settings” from the dropdown menu.
Step 2: Deactivating Google Voice
Once you are on the settings page, you can proceed with deactivating your Google Voice account. Here’s how:
- Scroll down to find the option “Phone numbers” and click on it.
- Locate the phone number you wish to deactivate and click on “Delete.”
Step 3: Confirming the Deactivation
A confirmation dialog will appear on your screen to ensure you want to proceed with the deactivation process. Follow these steps to confirm:
- Read the message and make sure you understand the consequences of deactivating your Google Voice account.
- If you are certain about deactivating, click on “Proceed.”
Step 4: Finalizing the Process
After confirming the deactivation, you need to finalize the process by following these steps:
- Google Voice will verify your identity by sending a verification code to your linked mobile number. Enter the code in the provided field.
- Read the final warning regarding deleting your Google Voice data.
- If you still want to proceed, click on “Delete” to finalize the process.
That’s it! You have successfully deactivated your Google Voice account. Keep in mind that your previous call history, text messages, and voicemails will no longer be accessible.
Remember, deactivating Google Voice is a permanent action, and you won’t be able to recover your data or phone number associated with the account once it is deleted. So, be absolutely sure before going through with the deactivation process.
We hope this step-by-step guide has been helpful, facilitating the process of deactivating your Google Voice account. If you need any further assistance, feel free to reach out to the Google support team.