> ## Documentation Index
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# Delete a virtual server

Deleting a virtual server permanently removes it from the account, erases all data, and stops billing.

<Warning>
  Deletion is irreversible. Back up any important files before proceeding.
</Warning>

## Delete a server

1. In the [Gcore Hosting Portal](https://hosting.gcore.com/billmgr), navigate to **Virtual private servers** in the left-side menu.
2. Select the checkbox next to the server and click **Delete** in the toolbar.

<Frame>
  <img src="https://mintcdn.com/gcore/494jjlOXZiI1ohtY/images/docs/hosting/virtual-servers/delete-a-virtual-server/delete-a-virtual-server-image1.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=494jjlOXZiI1ohtY&q=85&s=c35607e5e901cc64bf16d19b754cb591" alt="Virtual private servers list with a server selected and the Delete button highlighted in the toolbar" width="1400" height="379" data-path="images/docs/hosting/virtual-servers/delete-a-virtual-server/delete-a-virtual-server-image1.png" />
</Frame>

3. In the confirmation dialog, click **Ok**.

<Frame>
  <img src="https://mintcdn.com/gcore/494jjlOXZiI1ohtY/images/docs/hosting/virtual-servers/delete-a-virtual-server/delete-a-virtual-server-image2.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=494jjlOXZiI1ohtY&q=85&s=7aec6c560a003b9cebd0e7602b3aeeea" alt="Confirmation dialog asking to confirm server deletion, with Ok and Cancel buttons" width="851" height="590" data-path="images/docs/hosting/virtual-servers/delete-a-virtual-server/delete-a-virtual-server-image2.png" />
</Frame>

The server is removed from the list, all data is erased, and billing stops.

## Minimum service term

Virtual servers have a one-month minimum service term. If a deletion attempt is blocked, a warning icon appears on the server row. Hover over the icon to see how many days remain before deletion is allowed.

To resolve other deletion errors, contact [support](/hosting/contact-our-technical-support).
