If you’ve reached Hulu’s six profile limit and need to create space for someone else, you can remove profiles from your account). This article teaches you how to delete a Hulu profile in a web browser, mobile device, and a TV-connected device such as Roku.
What to Know
- Browser: Go to Manage Profiles and click the Edit icon (pencil) next to the profile you’d like to delete. Click Delete Profile twice to confirm.App: Tap Account in the bottom-right corner. Tap the name of your account to access the profile menu and select Edit.Then tap the profile name you’d like to delete, scroll to the bottom and tap Delete Profile.
How Do I Delete a Profile on Hulu on Windows PC or Mac?
To delete a profile on your desktop or laptop, log in to your Hulu account on your preferred browser and follow the instructions below:
When you first sign up for Hulu, it creates a primary profile. While you cannot delete your account’s primary profile, you can edit it as needed.
- Hover over the dropdown menu in the top-right corner and select Manage Profiles.
- Select the Edit icon (pencil) next to the profile you wish to delete.
- Select Delete Profile.
- A new window will appear asking if you’re sure you want to delete. Click Delete Profile to confirm.
- If a profile is being actively used on another device, you may be unable to delete it. If this happens, wait until the profile is no longer being used and try again.
How to Delete a Hulu Profile on Smartphones, Roku, Apple TV and More
You can delete a Hulu profile on most devices that support the app, including smartphones, set-top boxes, game consoles, and more.
Hover over the dropdown menu in the top-right corner and select Manage Profiles.
Select the Edit icon (pencil) next to the profile you wish to delete.
Select Delete Profile.
A new window will appear asking if you’re sure you want to delete. Click Delete Profile to confirm.
If a profile is being actively used on another device, you may be unable to delete it. If this happens, wait until the profile is no longer being used and try again.
On iOS and Android: Launch the Hulu app on your Android or iPhone and tap Account in the bottom-right corner. Tap the name of your account to access the profile menu and select Edit. Tap the profile name you’d like to delete, scroll to the bottom and tap Delete Profile.
On TV-Connected Devices (Roku, Smart TV, Apple TV, Game Consoles, Set-Top Boxes, and Streaming Sticks): Since Hulu is available on so many different platforms, the deletion process is a bit different depending on your device. That said, each platform should follow the same basic steps:
- Open Hulu on your device.
- Select Manage Account > Profiles.
- Select the profile you wish to remove and press OK.
- Confirm the deletion by pressing OK again.
How to Delete All Profiles on Hulu
If you’d like to clear all profiles from your Hulu account (except the primary profile), you can do so by logging into Hulu from a web browser only. It will also delete all associated watch history and preferences.
Open Hulu on your device.
Select Manage Account > Profiles.
Select the profile you wish to remove and press OK.
Confirm the deletion by pressing OK again.
Deleting a profile not only deletes all settings associated with that profile but also its watch history.
- Hover over the dropdown menu in the top-right corner and select Account.
- Scroll down to Privacy and Settings and click California Privacy Rights.
- Under Manage Activity, select Profiles and click Clear Selected.
Hover over the dropdown menu in the top-right corner and select Account.
Scroll down to Privacy and Settings and click California Privacy Rights.
Under Manage Activity, select Profiles and click Clear Selected.
You can also clear watch history and cloud DVR settings for all profiles from this menu (without deleting all profiles).
- How do I add a profile to Hulu?
- To add a profile to Hulu, go to Hulu in a web browser, hover over your profile icon, and select Manage Profiles. Select Profiles > Edit Profiles > Add Profile. Fill in the profile details, including name and birthday, and select Create Profile.
- How do I change a Hulu profile?
- To change a Hulu profile, go to Hulu in a web browser, hover over your profile icon, and select Manage Profiles. Select Profiles > Edit Profiles. Click the pencil icon next to the profile you want to edit, and then make your changes.
- How do I put a password on a Hulu profile?
- To restrict access on a Hulu profile, you’ll need to enable PIN protection. Go to your profile icon and select Manage Profiles. On the profile you want to restrict, select Turn on PIN Protection to enable the feature. Enter the PIN you want and select Save Changes.
To add a profile to Hulu, go to Hulu in a web browser, hover over your profile icon, and select Manage Profiles. Select Profiles > Edit Profiles > Add Profile. Fill in the profile details, including name and birthday, and select Create Profile.
To change a Hulu profile, go to Hulu in a web browser, hover over your profile icon, and select Manage Profiles. Select Profiles > Edit Profiles. Click the pencil icon next to the profile you want to edit, and then make your changes.
To restrict access on a Hulu profile, you’ll need to enable PIN protection. Go to your profile icon and select Manage Profiles. On the profile you want to restrict, select Turn on PIN Protection to enable the feature. Enter the PIN you want and select Save Changes.
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