How to Close an AWS Account?

Step: 1

Sign in to the AWS Management Console with your root account. (only root users)

Step: 2

Go to Billing and Cost Management.

Step: 3

In the left menu, click Account settings.

Step: 4

Scroll down and select Close Account.

Step: 5

Confirm by selecting the checkbox and clicking Close Account.

Your account will close, but AWS keeps your data for 90 days in case you need to reopen it.