# Delete

Remove a backup from a target.

### Syntax

```
$ vela backup delete vela_myapp_20260901134501.zip
```

It asks first, with the archive's size, unless `-y` is passed.

### Options

- `-y, --yes` - Skip the confirmation
- `-t, --target <target>` - Which copy of the app to act on, defaults to `production`
- `--server <ssh>` - Server this target runs on, recorded on first use

This deletes the copy on the server. Anything already downloaded with [`vela backup download`](/backup/download) is untouched.