Delete a workspace in Baserow

Baserow makes workspace deletion straightforward but includes safety measures to prevent accidental data loss.

Learn how to delete a Baserow workspace, understand the retention period for recovery, and decide whether deletion or leaving is the right choice for your situation.

Admin permission is required. Only workspace admins can delete workspaces. If you’re not an admin, you can leave a workspace instead.

Overview

Deleting a workspace removes it along with all databases, tables, applications, and data it contains. While Baserow provides a retention period to recover deleted workspaces from the trash, deletion becomes irreversible after this window closes.

This action affects all users in the workspace, so consider alternatives like leaving the workspace or transferring admin ownership if you simply need to step away.

Workspace deletion menu location

How to delete a workspace

Step-by-step instructions

  1. Navigate to the workspace you want to delete
  2. Click on your workspace name on the home page
  3. Select “Delete workspace” from the dropdown menu
  4. Confirm deletion in the dialog box

Double-check that you’re deleting the correct workspace. This action removes the workspace for all users, not just you. Everyone loses access to the workspace and its contents.

What gets deleted

When you delete a workspace, Baserow removes all databases and tables within the workspace, all applications built with Application Builder, all dashboards, all automations, workspace settings and member permissions, and integration connections and API tokens.

Retention period and recovery

After deletion, workspaces move to the trash, where they can be recovered. All data is restored exactly as it was at the time of deletion, including all user permissions.

Deleted workspaces remain in the trash for a limited time. Visit Trash to restore. After the retention period expires, data is permanently erased and cannot be recovered.

Delete vs. leave: Which should you choose?

Your situation Recommended action Why
You want to stop using Baserow entirely Delete workspace Removes all data
Other users should keep working Leave workspace Workspace stays active for others
You’re stepping down as admin Leave (after assigning new admin) Ensures continuity for the team
Workspace contains outdated/test data Delete workspace Frees up storage and reduces clutter
You might need the data later Export first, then delete Preserves data outside Baserow
Workspace has sensitive data to remove Delete workspace Ensures complete data removal after retention period

Before you delete: Important considerations

Backup your data

If you might need workspace data in the future:

  1. Export workspace before deletion
  2. Download important files from the file fields
  3. Document important formulas or configurations

Notify collaborators

  • Inform all workspace members before deleting
  • Give them time to export personal data
  • Share alternative workspaces if transitioning projects

Check for dependencies

  • Review if other systems integrate with this workspace’s API
  • Confirm no active webhooks depend on this workspace
  • Verify no external applications use this workspace’s data sources

Alternatives to deletion

  • Leave the workspace to remove only your access. If you no longer need access, but others should continue working. The workspace remains active for other users. An admin can re-invite you if needed later.
  • Promote another user to admin. If you’re the sole admin but want the workspace to continue, then leave the workspace yourself. The new admin takes over management responsibilities.
  • Archive for future reference: If you might need the data later, but want to free up active usage, export the entire workspace. Delete the workspace to free resources. Re-import if needed in the future

Frequently asked questions

What happens to other users when I delete a workspace?

All users immediately lose access to the workspace and receive a notification. They won’t be able to access any databases, tables, or applications that were in the deleted workspace. If they need continued access, consider leaving the workspace instead of deleting it.

Can I delete a workspace I don’t own?

Only workspace admins can delete workspaces. If you’re a member or editor, you cannot delete the workspace. However, you can leave the workspace to remove your own access, or ask an admin to delete it.

Will deleted workspaces affect my subscription?

If you’re on a paid plan, you can’t delete the workspace. The workspace active subscription must be canceled before deleting the workspace.

How do I know if I’m a workspace admin?

Go to the workspace Members page in settings. If your role shows “Admin,” you have permission to delete the workspace. If you see “Member” or “Editor,” you’ll need to ask an admin to delete it or grant you admin permissions first.

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