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# Delete a MariaDB Cluster

Learn how to permanently delete a MariaDB v2 cluster, its instances, and backups using the DCD on IONOS Cloud

You can delete a MariaDB cluster that is no longer required. Deletion is permanent and cannot be undone.

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**Warning:** Deleting a cluster permanently removes all its data, including backups. Ensure you have exported any data you need before proceeding.
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To delete a MariaDB cluster, follow these steps:

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## Navigate to the cluster list

1\. In the **DCD**, go to **Menu** > **Databases** > **MariaDB**.

A list of all MariaDB clusters is displayed.

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**Note:** v1 clusters appear in the **Legacy Clusters** section below the main cluster list. The steps below apply to both v2 clusters and legacy clusters.
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## Delete the cluster

Click ![Options menu](https://1737632334-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F-MifAzdGvKLDTtvJP8sm%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-0820a9f96e75bb8fa664037bb8f38d7d825394d7%2Fthree-dots.png?alt=media) in the **OPTIONS** column of the cluster you want to delete, then select **Delete**.

![Delete a MariaDB cluster](https://1737632334-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F-MifAzdGvKLDTtvJP8sm%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-f9094da606f642fc4e2e02b0650fa35f5188e544%2Fdelete-cluster-from-overview.png?alt=media)

Optionally, you can also delete a cluster by selecting the cluster by clicking its name, then selecting **Delete** in the **Cluster details** tab.

![Delete from cluster details](https://1737632334-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F-MifAzdGvKLDTtvJP8sm%2Fuploads%2Fgit-blob-29d5c44cd724db1c6b80636ddded955d718592ca%2Fmariadb-delete-cluster-from-details.png?alt=media)
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## Confirm deletion

In the confirmation dialog, select **Delete** to confirm.

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**Result:** The **STATE** of the cluster is set to **DESTROYING** while deletion is in progress. Once complete, the cluster is permanently removed from the list.
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