--- title: Should I Suspend or Delete a Worker? description: Learn when to suspend or delete workers in Corfix. 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[Workers](https://knowledge.corfix.com/articles/corfix-admins?hsLang=en#workers) January 15, 2026 # Should I Suspend or Delete a Worker? ## This article will summarize the differences between suspending and deleting a worker account to help you choose the right method for your team.   ### ⚠️ Important Considerations - **Permissions Required:** You must have the **"Delete Account"** permission enabled to permanently remove a worker. - **Data Impact:** Deleting a worker is permanent and will **disconnect** them from all historical records, including signed forms, completed tasks, and time cards. --- #### Overview & Explanation When a worker leaves your company or no longer needs access to Corfix, you have two options: **Suspending (Blocking)** or **Deleting**. The "5-Second Rule": **Suspending** is for former employees whose work history you need to keep. **Deleting** is for accounts created by mistake or those that never started work. #### When to Suspend vs. Delete | **Action** | **When to Choose This** | **What Happens to Data?** | | --- | --- | --- | | **Suspend (Block)** | For employees who are leaving the company or seasonal workers. | **Keeps everything.** Forms, tasks, and time cards stay intact and linked to the worker. | | **Delete** | For duplicate accounts or workers who never actually started (e.g., "Pending" status). | **Wipes history.** Disconnects the worker from all forms, tasks, and time cards they ever touched. | --- #### How It Works (Step-by-Step) ### Option 1: Suspend a Worker (Recommended) This is the safest way to prevent access while protecting your company's records. 1. Go to the **Resources** menu on the left side of your screen. 2. Select **Workers**. 3. Choose the worker you wish to suspend. 4. Follow the [**Suspend a Worker**](https://knowledge.corfix.com/articles/suspend-worker?hsLang=en)guide to block their access. ### Option 2: Delete a Worker Use this only if you are certain you do not need the worker's historical data. 1. Go to **Resources** \> **Workers**. 2. Select the worker you want to permanently remove. 3. Click the **Edit (pencil icon)** button next to **Account Details**. 4. 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