---
title: How to delete a MongoDB® Database Instance
description: This page explains how to delete a Database
tags: managed-database postgresql mongodb document database-instance
dates:
  validation: 2025-10-16
  posted: 2024-10-01
---
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 [MongoDB® Database Instance](/managed-mongodb-databases/quickstart)


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