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Delete a VM Snapshot

A VM snapshot captures the state of a virtual machine (VM) at a specific point in time. While snapshots are useful for backup and restore operations, they consume storage and may accumulate over time. If a snapshot is no longer required, you can delete it to free up space. Please be aware that snapshot deletion is a permanent action and cannot be undone.

1. Accessing the VM Snapshots Section :​

  • Log in to your Cloud Management Portal using your authorized credentials.

  • From the left navigation pane, go to:

    Compute → VM Snapshots

  • Here, you’ll find a list of all VM snapshots available under your account.

2. Identify the Snapshot :​

  • Browse through the list or use filters to locate the VM snapshot you wish to remove.

Important: Deleting a VM snapshot is an irreversible action. Once deleted, the snapshot cannot be recovered. Please ensure the snapshot is no longer required before proceeding.

3. Initiate the Deletion :​

  • Locate the snapshot and click on the **Delete ** icon in the Actions column.

4. Confirm the Deletion :​

  • A confirmation dialog will appear with the message:
    "Are you sure you want to delete this VM snapshot?"

  • If you’re certain, click OK to proceed with the deletion.

  • If you wish to cancel the operation, click Cancel.

5. Snapshot Removal :​

  • The system will begin deleting the snapshot. The process may take a few moments depending on the snapshot size.

  • Once completed, the snapshot will be removed from your account and will no longer be visible in the VM Snapshots list.