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
- Open the contact record
- Click Actions in the top‑right corner
- Select Delete
- In the confirmation popup window:
- Select Restorable delete
- 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