Delete a Kafka Cluster

The Kafka Cluster Deletion feature allows users to remove a Kafka cluster from their environment. Follow the steps below to delete a Kafka cluster.

Warning:

• Deleting a Kafka cluster is irreversible. Once a cluster is deleted, all the data and configurations contained within it will be permanently removed.

• Ensure that you have backed up any necessary data before deleting the cluster.

1. Log in to the DCD with your username and password.

2. Go to Menu > Analytics > Event Streams for Apache Kafka.

Kafka Cluster List

1. Identify the Kafka cluster you wish to delete from the list. Ensure that you are selecting the correct cluster.

2. Click located in the Options column for the desired Kafka cluster.

3. From the drop-down menu, click Delete.

Drop-down menu

1. A confirmation dialog will appear, asking you to confirm the deletion. Ensure that you understand this action is irreversible and will permanently delete the cluster and all its data. Confirm the deletion to proceed.

Result: The cluster will be permanently deleted.