---
title: How to delete a PostgreSQL and MySQL Database Instance
description: Instructions for deleting a PostgreSQL or MySQL Database Instance on Scaleway.
tags: managed-database postgresql mysql database-instance
dates:
  validation: 2025-07-15
  posted: 2019-05-11
---
import Requirements from '@macros/iam/requirements.mdx'


<Requirements />

- A Scaleway account logged into the [console](https://console.scaleway.com)
- [Owner](/iam/concepts/#owner) status or [IAM permissions](/iam/concepts/#permission) allowing you to perform actions in the intended Organization
- A [PostgreSQL or MySQL Database Instance](/managed-databases-for-postgresql-and-mysql/quickstart/)

1. Click **PostgreSQL and MySQL** under **Databases** on the side menu. A list of your Database Instances displays.
2. Select the geographical region of the Instance you want to manage from the drop-down.
3. Click the database name or <Icon name="more" /> > **More info** to access the Database Instance information page.
4. Scroll down the page to the **Delete Database Instance** section and click **Delete Database Instance**. A pop-up appears to inform that:
    <Message type="important">
      This will permanently destroy your Instance, and all your data will be lost. This action is irreversible.
    </Message>
5. Type **DELETE** to confirm and click **Delete Database Instance**.
    <Message type="tip">
      Alternatively, you can delete your Instance from your Database Instances list by clicking <Icon name="more" /> next to the Instance name and then **Delete**.
    </Message>