You can delete your Exodus wallet to start over and create a new one with a new 12-word secret key. If you no longer wish to use Exodus, deleting the wallet ensures that its data is removed from your device.
Warning: Deleting your wallet will permanently remove it from your device. If you delete your wallet without storing its secret key, you will lose access to its funds.
To prevent this, ensure you have backed up your wallet. If you delete your wallet, you do so at your own risk.
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What happens when I delete my wallet?
Deleting your Exodus wallet removes any wallet data stored locally on your device. It does not remove any funds from the blockchain or affect any other devices that use the same wallet.
After deleting a wallet from your device, your addresses and remaining funds still exist on the blockchain. As long as you have the wallet's 12-word secret key, you can always restore access.
Deleting wallet data will only remove it from your device, not uninstall the Exodus app. After deletion, you’ll be able to create a new wallet or uninstall Exodus.
What happens to my wallet data if I uninstall Exodus?
What happens to locally stored wallet data when you uninstall Exodus depends on which version of the app you’re using:
Exodus Mobile and Web3 Wallet: Uninstalling the app will generally permanently delete wallet data stored locally on your device. Always write down your 12-word secret key before uninstalling Exodus.
Exodus Desktop: Wallet data is stored in a separate folder that is generally not removed when you uninstall Exodus. To ensure it is removed, you have to manually delete the data folder. Please note that the data folder should never be used as a backup. Ensure you write down your secret key before uninstalling Exodus Desktop: How do I always have access to my wallet with my 12-word secret key?
For information on manually deleting locally stored wallet data before you uninstall, see: How do I delete my wallet and create a new one?
On iOS, your Exodus app's iCloud backup might contain your secret key. If someone gets access to your device, they could use it to access your iCloud backup and get access to your Exodus wallet and funds. To avoid this, make sure you have written down your secret key, then delete old Exodus app iCloud backups by following Apple's guide: Manage your iCloud storage.
If you've stored your secret key in iCloud, your backup file and passkey are stored in your iCloud account. Don't delete your backup file or passkey, or you won't be able to restore your wallet. Only delete old and unused Exodus iCloud backups.
Why would I want to delete my wallet?
There are several reasons why you might delete a wallet. Here are some of the most common:
You want a new Exodus wallet with a new 12-word secret key: After deleting your wallet, you can create an empty wallet with a different secret key.
Switching to a new device: After restoring or moving all your funds to your new device, you can delete all wallet data from your old device. Please ensure you can access your wallet on your new device before deleting it from your old one.
You no longer wish to use Exodus: If you no longer want to use Exodus, you can delete wallet data stored locally on your device before uninstalling the app.
Your wallet is compromised: If your Exodus wallet has been compromised, do not continue using it. Move all your funds to a new, secure wallet immediately. Once your funds are safe, delete your compromised wallet and create a new one with a new secret key.
To learn more, visit: I noticed an unauthorized transaction in my Exodus wallet. What should I do next?
How do I delete my wallet and create a new one?
To delete your wallet, follow the guide for your specific device below:
Mobile
Deleting your wallet without storing its secret key will result in the permanent loss of access to your wallet and its funds. Only continue if you understand the risk.
If you use Exodus Pay, your cash balance reflects the XO Cash (XO) on the Solana network held in your Exodus wallet. Be sure to send your XO on Solana to a new, secure wallet before deleting:
Video tutorial: How do I delete Exodus on Mobile?
First, ensure you have stored your secret key for your current wallet safely: How do I always have access to my wallet with my 12-word secret key?
If your wallet holds funds, review the options for transferring them here: How do I move my funds to a new wallet?
In Exodus, a) tap on the wallet icon, then b) swipe down to go to the profile screen.
If you forgot your password and can't access your wallet, follow these steps: How do I access my wallet if I forget my password? If you still have issues, email Exodus support at [email protected].
Tap Settings.
Scroll down and tap Delete Wallet.
A prompt will remind you to a) back up your wallet before deleting it. To proceed, b) tap Delete.
Deleting wallet data permanently removes your wallet from your device and cannot be reversed. You'll only be able to recover it if you have your secret key. Ensure you have stored your wallet's secret key before you delete your wallet.
A prompt will ask if you're sure you want to delete your wallet. To continue, tap Delete.
If you have a passcode, enter it now.
Tap Continue.
After deleting your wallet, you will see options to create or restore a wallet. For a new Exodus wallet, tap Create Wallet.
If you no longer plan to use Exodus, you can now uninstall the Exodus app from your device.
After creating your new wallet, store your new secret key safely: How do I always have access to my wallet with my 12-word secret key?
Desktop: macOS
Deleting your wallet without storing its secret key will result in the permanent loss of access to your wallet and its funds. Only continue if you understand the risk.
Video tutorial: How do I delete Exodus on macOS?
First, ensure you have written down your 12-word secret key for your current wallet and stored it safely: How do I always have access to my wallet with my 12-word secret key?
If your wallet holds funds, review the options for transferring them here: How do I move my funds to a new wallet?
In Exodus, in the menu bar, a) click on Exodus, b) hover your cursor over Developer, then c) Data Folder, then d) click Open Data Folder.
If you're using Exodus in full-screen mode, hover your cursor in the top-left corner to view the menu.
After opening the data folder, close the Exodus app.
a) Right-click on the Exodus folder and b) select Move to Trash to delete the wallet data.
Deleting wallet data permanently removes your wallet from your device and cannot be reversed. You'll only be able to recover it if you have your secret key. Ensure you have stored your current secret key before you delete your wallet.
After deleting your old wallet data, open Exodus to create a new wallet.
If you no longer plan to use Exodus, you can now uninstall the Exodus app from your device.
After creating your new wallet, back it up by writing down your secret key: How do I always have access to my wallet with my 12-word secret key?
Desktop: Windows
Deleting your wallet without storing its secret key will result in the permanent loss of access to your wallet and its funds. Only continue if you understand the risk.
Video tutorial: How do I delete Exodus on Windows?
First, ensure you have written down your 12-word secret key for your current wallet and stored it safely: How do I always have access to my wallet with my 12-word secret key?
If your wallet holds funds, review the options for transferring them here: How do I move my funds to a new wallet?
In Exodus, follow the steps below to find the data folder.
Press and hold "Control," "Shift," and "D" to open the developer menu.
a) Click Developer, b) hover your cursor over Data Folder, and c) click Open Data Folder.
Alternatively, to open the folder manually, hold the "Windows" key and "R," which will open the run app. Search for "app data" and open the Roaming folder.
After opening the data folder, close the Exodus app.
a) Right-click on the Exodus folder and b) click Delete to delete the wallet data.
Deleting wallet data permanently removes your wallet from your device and cannot be reversed. You'll only be able to recover it if you have your secret key. Ensure you have stored your secret key before you delete the wallet.
After deleting the wallet data, open Exodus to create a new wallet.
If you no longer plan to use Exodus, you can now uninstall the Exodus app from your device.
After creating your new wallet, back it up by writing down your secret key: How do I always have access to my wallet with my 12-word secret key?
Desktop: Linux
Deleting your wallet without storing its secret key will result in the permanent loss of access to your wallet and its funds. Only continue if you understand the risk.
First, ensure you have written down your 12-word secret key for your current wallet and stored it safely: How do I always have access to my wallet with my 12-word secret key?
If your wallet holds funds, review the options for transferring them here: How do I move my funds to a new wallet?
Once you have backed up your wallet, open Exodus and follow the steps below to find the data folder.
Press and hold "Control," "Shift," and "D" to open the developer menu.
a) Click Developer, b) hover your cursor over Data Folder, and c) click Open Data Folder.
Alternatively, to open the folder manually, open your file manager, go to Home, then press and hold "CTRL" and "H" to show hidden folders. Open the .config folder, and you'll see the Exodus folder there.
After opening the data folder, close the Exodus app.
a) Right-click on the Exodus folder and b) select Move to Trash to delete the wallet data.
Deleting wallet data permanently removes your wallet from your device and cannot be reversed. You'll only be able to recover it if you have your secret key. Ensure you have stored your secret key before you delete the wallet.
After deleting the wallet data, reopen Exodus to create a new wallet.
If you no longer plan to use Exodus, you can now uninstall the Exodus app from your device.
After creating your new wallet, back it up by writing down your secret key: How do I always have access to my wallet with my 12-word secret key?
Web3 Wallet
Deleting your wallet without storing its secret key will result in the permanent loss of access to your wallet and its funds. Only continue if you understand the risk.
First, ensure you have stored your 12-word secret key safely: How do I always have access to my wallet with my 12-word secret key?
If your wallet holds funds, review the options for transferring them here: How do I move my funds to a new wallet?
In Exodus, a) click the Profile icon, then b) click Settings.
If you forgot your password and can't access your wallet, follow these steps: How do I access my wallet if I forget my password? If you still have issues, email Exodus support at [email protected].
Scroll down. a) Click Advanced to expand the menu, then b) click Delete Wallet.
A prompt will remind you to back up before deleting your wallet. If you are sure that you want to continue, click Delete.
Deleting wallet data permanently removes your wallet from your device and cannot be reversed. You'll only be able to recover it if you have your secret key. Ensure you have stored your secret key before you delete the wallet.
To confirm, click Delete Wallet.
The next time you open Exodus Web3 Wallet, you'll see the Getting Started screen. To create your new wallet, tap Create New Wallet.
If you no longer plan to use Exodus, you can now uninstall the Exodus browser extension from your device.
After creating your new wallet, back it up by writing down your secret key: How do I always have access to my wallet with my 12-word secret key?
How do I move my funds to a new wallet?
If the wallet you are deleting holds funds, you'll need to transfer them to your new wallet.
You can restore Exodus in a temporary wallet or send funds to another wallet or platform. After deleting and creating a new wallet, you can use this temporary wallet to send the funds to your new wallet. Here are some ways to do this:
Restore your old wallet on a second device: If you have a second mobile or desktop device, you can download Exodus and restore your old wallet on the second device. You can then receive your funds in your new Exodus wallet.
Restore your old wallet in a different user account (desktop only): Each user account on the same desktop device has a separate Exodus wallet. With a desktop device, you can create a new user account and restore your old wallet. You can then receive your funds in your new Exodus wallet.
Send the funds to a third-party wallet or platform: If the options above are not available, you can send your funds to a third-party wallet or a custodial exchange. Before sending, ensure the platform supports all your funds and the networks they're on. You can then receive your funds in your new Exodus wallet.