Delete a backup archive

Objective

This article describes how to delete a backup archive from a specific destination using the CrashPlan app.

You should perform this task if you want to permanently remove all data that has been backed up to a specific destination. For example, if you are decommissioning an external drive or no longer need the data stored at a specific cloud destination.

Prerequisites

• CrashPlan app
• Depending on your administrator's configuration, you may not have permission to delete archives. If the Delete Archive button is not visible, contact your CrashPlan administrator.

Steps

1. Open the CrashPlan app.
2. Select Settings > Destinations.
3. Select the backup destination whose archive you want to delete.
4. Click Delete Archive.
   Ensure you still have at least one other destination configured for your backups.
5. In the confirmation dialog, select I understand.
6. Click Remove.
   The backup archive is removed from the destination.