In this video, we show you exactly how to cancel a Google Ads account and explain what canceling actually means.Canceling a Google Ads account is simple. Log in, go to Admin - Preferences, and under Account Status, choose "Cancel my account." You can reactivate it later with just a click, so this isn't permanent deletion—it's just pausing the account and signaling to Google that you're not planning to use it for now.We also explain why canceling an account might be helpful, especially if you're dealing with a Google Ads suspension or policy violation. Having multiple accounts without realizing it can sometimes cause issues like being flagged for circumventing or account abuse. In some cases, canceling unused accounts and showing that to Google during an appeal can improve your chances of getting a suspension lifted.You’ll also learn:-What happens after you cancel an account-How long Google waits before auto-canceling inactive accounts-How to request a refund of unused ad spend-When canceling an account can help with suspension appeals