MyQ offers the undeniable convenience of controlling your garage door with a tap.
But what if the ease of access starts to feel too...exposed?
What if someone else has virtual control over your home entrance?
Don't let MyQ become a security concern! This guide empowers you to take back control.
myQ is a technology ecosystem that allows you to see and control every access point in your home. See what is going on and open doors freely and safely.
You can use the myQ app to check the status of your garage and entry doors, open and close them, or lock and unlock them from anywhere.
Deleting your myQ account may not be essential for everyone, but if you are not sure, consider the following factors:
MyQ allows remote access to your garage, which can pose a security risk. Deleting your account deletes your information and garage access credentials from their servers, lowering the risk of illegal access.
MyQ collects information about your garage door activities. Deleting the account removes your data from their system, allowing you greater control over your privacy.
Deleting the account guarantees no remaining connections or stored data if you have sold your home, moved to a new system, or stopped using the MyQ application.
Even if you are not regularly using MyQ, deleting the account implies fewer online services storing your personal information. This may be a deciding factor for those concerned about online data collection.
That is it; you have successfully learned to delete your account from myQ.
Before removing the myQ account, consider the following:
Like most internet-connected products, MyQ has some cybersecurity risks. Hacking and data breaches are threats that could allow unauthorised garage door access or reveal personal information.
Communication interception is achievable in very few instances. While MyQ uses encryption to limit these threats, you should be cautious about them, particularly if you wish to keep your MyQ account.
PurePrivacy provides many options to help you avoid risks associated with your myQ account.
PurePrivacy is an online privacy management solution that serves as a one-stop application for protecting your online presence and managing your data activity on the internet.
Here’s how:
1. Hold the LEARN button until the light goes dark. This might take 6-8 seconds, so be patient. A quick press won't do the trick!
2. Right after the light turns off, press and hold the LEARN button again. No hesitation! A delay could mess things up.
3. Repeat step 2 two more times. That's three quick holds in total, followed by three beeps. Three strikes, and you might have to start over.
The System Management settings tab allows you to change the MyQ history settings, reset MyQ components to apply settings made on other tabs, and erase data from the MyQ database.
With a single tap, myQ Users allows you to switch between your account and any guest accounts shared. Tap the drop-down next to the blue circle that contains your initials. Tap the account name you wish to change to.
Unplug and replug. If the blue LED is still not blinking, reset to factory settings. Press the Settings button until the blue LED blinks (10 seconds), then release. Press the Settings button until the LiftMaster myQ Smart Garage Control beeps.
In short, deleting your MyQ account improves security and privacy while limiting remote access and smart home connectivity.
Consider the consequences before deleting them.
This guide offers two options: web form or app. Backup your files first.
PurePrivacy can assist you with managing your internet privacy when MyQ is deleted.