Can I delete a member?

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Since rolling out our blocking feature, creators are no longer able to delete members. 

Here's why: Deleting members was a way for creators to temporarily remove members from their list of members. This didn't stop members from rejoining the creator's Patreon community, so it was essentially a band-aid effect.

When a member's payment declines, that member is automatically revoked access to a creator's member-only posts, until that member's payment processes. A creator does not need to delete a member to prevent the member from viewing the creator's posts.

What can a creator do instead of deleting a member?

If you have a member whose pledge has declined, they will automatically be revoked access to your member-only posts and will receive an email from us to update their payment info. You can also send them a message yourself, which is sometimes more effective.

If you have a member who has been detrimental to your success on Patreon, you have the option of blocking them. Blocking a member will remove their pledge to you as well as prevent them from becoming your member again.  

Learn more about how to block a member on our article.

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