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InfluxDB 3 Core

Delete a database

Use the influxdb3 delete database command to delete a database from InfluxDB 3 Core.

Deleting a database cannot be undone

Deleting a database is a destructive action. Once a database is deleted, data stored in that database cannot be recovered.

Provide the following:

  • Name of the database to delete

  • InfluxDB 3 Core authorization token

    While in beta, InfluxDB 3 Core does not require an authorization token.

influxdb3 delete database 
DATABASE_NAME
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  • Fill window

Enter yes to confirm that you want to delete the database.

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