Delete a Workspace: How to Permanently Remove a Workspace

If a workspace is no longer needed, it can be permanently deleted with assistance from the RapidPro support team. Because workspace deletion results in irreversible data loss, this action is handled by support to ensure accuracy and safety.

Quick Setup Checklist

Use these steps to request permanent workspace deletion safely and export any data you may need beforehand.

  1. Open the support widget from the workspace you want to delete.
  2. Submit a clear deletion request with the workspace name and confirmation.
  3. Export critical data before support processes the deletion.
  4. Review common issues and prevention tips.
1
Open the support widget

  1. Open the RapidPro workspace you want to delete.
  2. Click the support widget in the bottom-right corner of the screen.

[CAPTURE: Workspace interface showing the support widget in the bottom-right corner.]

2
Submit a workspace deletion request

In your support message, clearly include:

  • The name of the workspace to be deleted
  • Confirmation that you understand the deletion is permanent and irreversible

A member of the support team will follow up to confirm details and process the request.

[CAPTURE: Support widget open with a “Delete workspace” request drafted.]

3
Export data before deletion

Workspace deletion permanently removes all workspace data (contacts, flows, messages, campaigns, and settings). If you need to keep any information, export it before support completes the deletion.

Recommended exports:

  • Contacts (including custom fields)
  • Flows (export flow definitions)
  • Messages (and archives, if you need history older than 90 days)

Multi-workspace accounts: If your account contains multiple workspaces, double-check you are requesting deletion of the correct workspace.

Billing considerations: Deleting a workspace may affect billing on multi-workspace or reseller plans.

[CAPTURE: Workspace switcher showing multiple workspaces (to illustrate verification).]

Common Issues & Fixes

I don’t see a delete option in Settings

Explanation: Workspaces cannot be deleted directly by users.

Fix: Contact support using the in-app support widget to request deletion.

I deleted the wrong workspace

Explanation: Workspace deletion is irreversible.

Fix: Unfortunately, deleted workspaces and their data cannot be restored. Always confirm the workspace name before requesting deletion.

I want to delete a workspace but keep the data

Explanation: Deletion removes all data permanently.

Fix: Before requesting deletion, export Contacts, Flows, and Messages (including archives, if needed).