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# Remove a volume

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You can only remove a volume that is free and has been [detached from any applications that use it](/2.39-lts/user/kubernetes/applications/detach-volume.md).
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From the menu select **Volumes**, tick the checkbox next to the volume you want to remove then click **Remove**.

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When the confirmation message appears, click **Remove**.

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