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# Delete a Cluster
You can delete a cluster from the [DCD](https://docs.ionos.com/cloud/support/general-information/glossary-of-terms#data-center-designer-dcd). Ensure the following prerequisites are met before deleting a cluster.
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**Prerequisites:**
* Ensure you have the appropriate permissions and access to the chosen cluster.
* The chosen cluster should be in an **Available** state.
* Delete all the existing **node pools** associated with the chosen cluster.
{% endhint %}
To delete a cluster, follow these steps:
1. In the **DCD**, go to **Menu** > **Containers** > **Managed Kubernetes**.
The cluster list displays each cluster's **Name**, **State**, **Region**, **Version**, and **Node Pools**. Use the **Filter by state** drop-down list or the **Search** field to locate a specific cluster. Select  in the **OPTIONS** column to perform the following actions:
* **Open**: Opens the cluster details and configuration.
* **Download kubeconfig.yaml**: Downloads the kubeconfig file in YAML format for use with `kubectl`.
* **Download kubeconfig.json**: Downloads the kubeconfig file in JSON format for use with `kubectl`.
* **Copy cluster UUID**: Copies the unique identifier of the cluster to the clipboard.
* **Delete cluster**: Permanently deletes the cluster and removes it from the list.
2. Select a cluster you want to delete from the clusters list.
3. Select **Delete cluster**.
* Optionally, go to **Cluster settings** > **Delete cluster**, or select the  next to the cluster name and choose **Delete cluster**.
4. Select **OK** to delete the cluster.
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**Result:** Once the deletion is complete, the cluster is removed from the list and a confirmation message indicates that the cluster is successfully deleted.
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