# How to Delete an Account in Xero

> To remove an account in Xero, navigate to Accounting and select Chart of Accounts. Next, check the box beside the desired account, click Delete, and tap OK to confirm the removal from your organization.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-delete-an-account-in-xero/
Apps: Xero
Updated: 2026-10-05
Interactive demo: https://story-api.livedemo.ai/workspaces/62255d3d3304f17b8f5e2d03/stories/692a3b43ab56e05a00fe2728/preview?step=1

## Steps

1. On Xero's main dashboard, head over to the top menu bar and click 'Accounting'.
2. Select 'Chart of Accounts' from the list of options.
3. After that, find the account you want to delete and then tick the checkbox beside it.
4. Subsequently, click the 'Delete' button.
5. Tap 'OK' to confirm your request and proceed.
6. After completing these steps, the selected account will be deleted from your Xero organization.