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How to Delete a Contact (Restorable Delete)

Safely remove contacts that should not exist in HubSpot.

When to Use This

Use Restorable Delete only when the contact clearly should not exist, including:

  • Spam or system-generated contacts
  • Test or training contacts
  • Duplicate records (non‑primary)
  • Personal contacts added in error

⚠️ Permanent Delete is currently not permitted.


Step‑by‑Step: Restorable Delete

  1. Open the contact record
  2. Click Actions in the top‑right corner
  3. Select Delete
  4. In the confirmation popup window:
    • Select Restorable delete
  5. Click Delete Contact to confirm

What Happens After Deletion

  • Contact is removed from:
    • Active lists
    • Workflows
    • Reports and dashboards
  • Contact is stored in the recycle bin for 90 days
  • The contact can be restored during that period if deleted in error