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Delete a database

InfluxDB 3 Enterprise is in Public Beta

InfluxDB 3 Enterprise is in public beta and available for testing and feedback, but is not meant for production use yet. Both the product and this documentation are works in progress. We welcome and encourage your input about your experience with the beta and invite you to join our public channels for updates and to share feedback.

Beta expectations and recommendations

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

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 Enterprise authorization token

    While in beta, InfluxDB 3 Enterprise 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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