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Danger Zone

The Danger Zone contains destructive actions that cannot be undone. These options are only available to the server owner.

Warning: Actions in the Danger Zone are permanent and cannot be reversed. Proceed with extreme caution.

Delete Server

Permanently delete your server and all its data.

What Gets Deleted

When you delete a server:

  • ✗ All server files
  • ✗ All world data
  • ✗ All configurations
  • ✗ All backups
  • ✗ Activity history
  • ✗ Team member access

What Happens to Your Subscription

  • Your subscription is canceled
  • No further charges for this server
  • Refunds depend on your billing cycle and our refund policy

Before Deleting

Create backups before deleting! Once deleted, your data cannot be recovered.

  1. Download important backups - Save them to your computer
  2. Export configurations - Copy settings you want to keep
  3. Notify team members - Let them know the server is being deleted
  4. Verify you selected the right server - Double-check!

How to Delete

  1. Go to Settings > Danger Zone
  2. Click Delete Server
  3. Read the warning carefully
  4. Type the server name to confirm
  5. Click Delete Permanently

The deletion process begins immediately.

After Deletion

  • Server is immediately inaccessible
  • Data is permanently removed
  • Subscription is canceled
  • You return to your dashboard

Permission Requirements

Only the server owner can perform Danger Zone actions:

ActionAdminOwner
Delete Server

Even Admin team members cannot delete the server. This protects against accidental or malicious deletion.

Recovery

Can I Recover a Deleted Server?

No. Server deletion is permanent and irreversible. There is no way to recover a deleted server.

What If I Accidentally Deleted?

If you accidentally deleted your server:

  1. Data cannot be recovered
  2. You would need to create a new server
  3. If you downloaded backups, you can restore to a new server

Preventing Accidents

To avoid accidental deletion:

  • Keep regular backups downloaded locally
  • Think carefully before entering the Danger Zone
  • Use descriptive server names to avoid confusion
  • Take your time with the confirmation process

Creating a New Server

After deleting, if you want to start fresh:

  1. Go to your dashboard
  2. Click Create Server
  3. Follow the server creation process
  4. Upload your backed-up data if desired

Questions About Deletion

Will I Be Refunded?

Refund policies vary. Check our refund policy or contact support for specific situations.

Can Support Recover My Data?

No. Once deleted, data is permanently removed from our systems and cannot be recovered by anyone.

How Long Does Deletion Take?

Deletion is immediate. The server becomes inaccessible instantly, though complete data removal from our systems may take up to 30 days.

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