Free Guide to Closing Your Walmart Account

Understanding Walmart Account Types and Why You Might Close One

Walmart offers several different account types that customers may create for various reasons. Understanding which type of account you have is the first step in the closure process. The most common account types include Walmart.com shopping accounts, Walmart+ membership accounts, Walmart Money services accounts, and Walmart credit card accounts. Each of these serves a different purpose in the Walmart ecosystem, and each may require different steps to close.

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A Walmart.com shopping account is the basic online retail account that allows you to browse and purchase items from Walmart's website. This account stores your personal information, shipping addresses, payment methods, and purchase history. Many customers create this account without paying membership fees and simply use it for occasional or regular shopping.

Walmart+ is a paid membership program launched in 2020 that offers benefits such as free shipping on online orders, fuel discounts, scan-and-go technology in stores, and early access to special sales events. Members pay an annual or monthly subscription fee to maintain this service. If you subscribe to Walmart+, you would need to cancel this membership separately from closing your basic shopping account.

Walmart Money services include financial products like money transfers, bill payments, check cashing, and prepaid cards. If you've used any of these services, your account may contain financial transaction history that requires specific closure procedures.

Walmart credit cards, issued through various financial institutions depending on the card type, are separate accounts entirely from your shopping account. These may include the Walmart Rewards card or the Walmart credit card, and they require separate cancellation processes through the card issuer.

Practical Takeaway: Before beginning the closure process, identify which Walmart accounts you actually have by checking your email for Walmart-related accounts, reviewing your credit card statements for Walmart charges, and logging into Walmart.com to see what services are connected to your account.

Steps to Close Your Walmart.com Shopping Account

Closing your basic Walmart.com shopping account is a straightforward process, though Walmart does not provide an automated account deletion tool on their website. Unlike some online retailers, you cannot simply click a "delete account" button in your account settings. Instead, you'll need to contact Walmart customer service to request account closure. This approach means that Walmart maintains a record of the closure request and can verify your identity before removing your account information.

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The most direct way to close your account is by contacting Walmart's customer service through their website. Visit Walmart.com and look for the "Contact Us" link, typically found at the bottom of the page. You can choose to contact them through live chat, phone, or email. When you reach a representative, clearly state that you want to close your Walmart.com account and request that they process this closure. Have your account email address ready, and be prepared to answer verification questions to confirm your identity.

When contacting customer service, you may be asked questions about why you're closing your account. Walmart uses this information for feedback purposes, but you're not required to provide detailed explanations. Simple statements like "I no longer use the service" or "I prefer to shop elsewhere" are sufficient responses.

The phone number for Walmart customer service is typically found on your account page or on your order receipts. Wait times can vary, and you may be on hold for several minutes. Email contact may take 24-48 hours for a response. Live chat is often the quickest option if you prefer not to make a phone call.

After submitting a closure request, ask the representative for confirmation details. Request their name, the date of the request, and a reference number if available. Some representatives may send you a confirmation email. Keep this information in case you need to follow up or verify that your account was actually closed.

Practical Takeaway: Document your closure request by noting the date, time, representative name, and any confirmation number provided. If you don't receive email confirmation within a few days, follow up with customer service again to confirm your account closure went through.

Canceling Walmart+ Membership

If you have an active Walmart+ membership subscription, you must cancel this separately from closing your Walmart.com shopping account. Walmart+ is a paid service, and canceling your shopping account alone will not automatically stop your membership charges. Many customers overlook this step and continue to be charged monthly or annually even after they believe their account is closed.

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To cancel Walmart+, log into your account on Walmart.com and navigate to your account settings. Look for the "Walmart+" or "Membership" section. You should see an option to manage your membership or view your subscription details. Click on the option to cancel or end your membership. Walmart will typically ask why you're canceling, but this is optional information. You can usually proceed with cancellation without answering.

When you cancel Walmart+, you can choose whether to cancel immediately or at the end of your current billing cycle. If you cancel immediately, you'll lose access to Walmart+ benefits right away, but you won't be charged for any remaining time in your current billing period. If you cancel at the end of your billing cycle, you'll maintain access to Walmart+ benefits until your next billing date, at which point your membership will end and charges will stop.

After canceling Walmart+, check your email for a cancellation confirmation message from Walmart. This confirmation typically arrives within a few minutes and provides details about when your membership will officially end. Save this confirmation email for your records.

Verify that Walmart+ charges have stopped by checking your credit card or bank statements in the following weeks. Your next billing date should pass without a charge. If you're still seeing Walmart+ charges after canceling, contact Walmart customer service immediately to investigate the issue. You may be entitled to a refund for charges that occurred after your cancellation request.

If you used a gift card or promotional credit to pay for Walmart+, those funds may be returned to your account after cancellation, depending on Walmart's current policies. Ask a customer service representative about refund procedures when you cancel.

Practical Takeaway: Cancel Walmart+ at least one billing cycle before you want your membership to end, and monitor your bank or credit card statements for two billing cycles after cancellation to confirm charges have stopped.

Handling Walmart Financial Services and Prepaid Cards

If you've used Walmart Money services, which include money transfers, bill payments, check cashing, or Walmart prepaid cards, you may need to take additional steps before fully closing your account. These financial services create transaction histories and account balances that must be addressed separately from your basic shopping account.

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If you have a Walmart prepaid card or MoneyCard, you should first check for any remaining balance on the card. You can do this by visiting Walmart.com, logging into your account, and navigating to your money services section. Your card balance should be displayed there. Any remaining funds should be withdrawn or transferred before closing the account. Some prepaid card programs allow you to transfer your balance to another account or withdraw it at a Walmart store, while others may require you to spend the remaining balance or contact customer service for a refund.

To withdraw money from a Walmart prepaid card, you can typically use any ATM that accepts Mastercard (as most Walmart prepaid cards operate on the Mastercard network). There may be a small fee for out-of-network ATM withdrawals. Alternatively, you can visit a Walmart store and request a cash withdrawal at the customer service desk or money center. This option may have daily withdrawal limits depending on your card type and account status.

If you've used Walmart money transfer services to send money to others, those transactions are typically complete and don't require action. However, if you've initiated a transfer that hasn't been picked up by the recipient, you should cancel that transfer and request a refund before closing your account.

For any outstanding money services activity, contact Walmart's money services department before requesting account closure. You can reach them through the customer service options on Walmart.com or by visiting the money center in your local Walmart store. Explain that you're closing your account and need to settle any outstanding transactions or balances.

Keep records of all money services account closures, including confirmation of any balance transfers or withdrawals. This documentation protects you in case questions arise later about money that was in your account.

Practical Takeaway: Before closing your account, check for prepaid card balances or pending money transfers,