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# Delete Snapshot

Delete a snapshot by ID.

## Description

Permanently delete a snapshot. This action cannot be undone. Any sandboxes using this snapshot will not be affected, but new sandboxes cannot be created from the deleted snapshot.

## Path Parameters

* `id` - Snapshot ID (required)

## Example Request

```bash theme={null}
curl -X DELETE "https://api.daytona.io/snapshots/snap_abc123" \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY"
```

## Response

Returns a 200 status code on successful deletion.

## Important Notes

<Warning>
  Deleting a snapshot is a permanent action and cannot be undone.
</Warning>

* Existing sandboxes created from this snapshot will continue to function
* New sandboxes cannot be created from the deleted snapshot
* The snapshot will be removed from all regions where it was available

## Use Cases

* Removing outdated or unused snapshots
* Cleaning up test snapshots
* Managing storage by removing large, unnecessary snapshots