How to Delete Your RedNote Account (Is It Safe?)

Amid the TikTok ban in the US,RedNote(or Xiaohongshu) has become the latest craze in short video apps, with Americans rushing to download it. The app blends Pinterest-style UI with TikTok-like short videos, creating a unique experience. If you’ve tried RedNote but decided it’s not for you or are concerned about privacy, deleting your account is a smart move. Here’s a quick guide to help on how to delete your RedNote account.

Is RedNote Safe?

RedNote is essentially another Chinese-made clone of TikTok. Surprisingly, users have chosen to move to this app over Meta’s Facebook and Instagram and Elon Musk’s X. After all, the primary concern with TikTok is its Chinese ownership and the potential for influence from the Chinese government, which could involve similar concerns about American data being shared with the Chinese government or the platform being used to spread propaganda.

A recentForbes articlehighlighted RedNote’s privacy policy and terms and conditions, revealing that the platform collects a large amount of data, including sensitive information such as your location via your IP address, browsing habits, and more.

How to Delete Your RedNote Account (Is It Safe?)

Tips for Better Privacy on RedNote

Regardless, any social media app is a nightmare for the privacy-conscious. It’s just that RedNote carries some additional risks if you look at it with those eyes.

Deleting Your RedNote Account on Mobile App

Fortunately, the RedNote app does give you an option to delete your account. Here are the steps:

You Can Also Just Uninstall the App

Alternatively, you may simply uninstall the app from your phone and get going. While we’re not sure if RedNote retains or deletes your login information and other personal data even after you request to cancel your account from the app, it will stop getting any new data the moment you uninstall the app from your phone.

So yes, uninstalling it would be just as fine if you wish to return to the app sometime in the future. But if you no longer intend to use it over privacy concerns, deleting your account would be the better choice.

Ritik Singh

With over 7 years of experience in tech, Ritik currently heads content at Techwiser.com. His journey started by sharing knowledge and helping others in online communities. That passion soon turned into a career in tech journalism, backed by a formal education in Electronic Media. He’s held editorial roles at GadgetsToUse and PC-Tablet, and has contributed to popular publications like HowToGeek and TheWindowsClub. With over 2,000 how-tos, reviews, and in-depth guides under his belt, Ritik has helped millions of readers get more out of their tech—from smartphones to smart homes.

How to Delete Your RedNote Account (Is It Safe?)