Deleting a Database

BEFORE YOU START

Open the Databases menu first — see Open the Databases Menu.

Steps to Delete

1. On the database row, click the trash icon (🗑).
2. Type the database name to confirm.
3. Click Delete Database.

DATA IS PERMANENTLY LOST

Deleting a database will permanently delete all tables and data inside it. Back up first if there is still important data — see How to Create a Backup.

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Related Guides

• Creating a Database
• Viewing Credentials (Connection Details)
• Database GUI — control users and access rights manually.
• HeidiSQL — connect, backup, restore, and delete databases from the desktop application.