Does removing an account from Xbox delete it?

Removing an account from an Xbox does not necessarily mean deleting it; instead, it refers to disassociating the account from the specific Xbox console. When you remove an account from an Xbox, you retain the account itself, which is linked to a broader Microsoft account. However, to fully delete an Xbox account, you would typically need to delete the corresponding Microsoft account because Xbox accounts are integrated within Microsoft accounts.

Here's a summary based on the search results provided:

• Removal: To remove an account from an Xbox console, navigate to Profile > Settings > Account > Select the account > Choose "Remove".
• Account Deletion: Deleting an Xbox account requires deleting the underlying Microsoft account due to the integration between the two services.
• Microsoft Account Deletion Process: Sign in to the Microsoft account, navigate to "Your Info," click "How to close your account," set the desired deletion timeline (30 or 60 days), confirm choices, and finally click "Mark account for closure." Note that after the chosen waiting period, the account becomes inactive and gets deleted entirely.

Please keep in mind that deleting a Microsoft account means losing access to all related data, purchases, and subscriptions connected to both the Xbox and non-gaming aspects of the account.