Scott Cawthon is married and has children. He has stated his desire to spend more time with his family as a reason for his retirement.

Throughout his career, Scott Cawthon maintained a relatively private personal life, rarely sharing details about his family or personal experiences beyond what was necessary for professional purposes. He often emphasized his focus on game development and storytelling.

Following his retirement, Scott Cawthon has largely remained out of the public eye, presumably focusing on spending time with his family and pursuing personal interests. Specific details about his current activities are not publicly known.