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// * virt/virtual_machines/virt-delete-vms.adoc

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= Deleting a virtual machine using the web console

Deleting a virtual machine permanently removes it from the cluster.

.Procedure

. In the {product-title} console, click *Virtualization* -> *VirtualMachines* from the side menu.

. Click the Options menu {kebab} beside a virtual machine and select *Delete*.
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Alternatively, click the virtual machine name to open the *VirtualMachine details* page and click *Actions* -> *Delete*.

. Optional: Select *With grace period* or clear *Delete disks*.

. Click *Delete* to permanently delete the virtual machine.
