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title: How do I pause or deactivate my missionary account?
description: "If you are stepping away from the field temporarily or permanently, please notify MDM as soon as possible. Here is how it works: Temporary pause: Email info@..."
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# How do I pause or deactivate my missionary account?
## What should I do if I am stepping away from the field?
If you are stepping away from the field temporarily or permanently, please notify Modern Day Missions as soon as possible — ideally at least one week before your desired date. The process depends on whether your absence is temporary or permanent.
## How do I request a temporary pause?
- Email info@modernday.org with your name, the date you are pausing, and when you expect to return (if known)
- We will mark your account inactive in our system. Your profile page will be removed from public view
- Provide full details about your upcoming plans so MDM can determine how to handle any remaining funds in your account. Options typically include holding the funds until you return, transferring them to another MDM missionary, or donating them to MDM's general fund — MDM staff will confirm the available options based on your situation.
- MDM will cancel all recurring giving and notify affected donors. -- donors with recurring giving will be notified and their donations cancelled
## How do I fully deactivate my account?
- Email info@modernday.org to request deactivation
- We will communicate the options related to any remaining funds
- All recurring donations from your donors will be cancelled and donors notified
- Your account and profile will be closed
**Note:** Please give us as much advance notice as possible -- at least one week before your desired deactivation date. This allows us to process your final payment and notify donors properly. If you deactivate and later want to return to the field with MDM, you will need to reapply.
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