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Problem:
The client is unable to delete a database and is seeking clarification on whether a specific error is preventing the deletion.
Solution:
Firstly, it appears there was a misunderstanding regarding the deletion of a database as our previous supporter did not suggest this. If the client intends to delete a language rather than a database, we recommend following these steps:
1. Visit https://wpml.org/faq/how-to-completely-remove-a-language-from-your-site/ for guidance on removing a language.
2. If the above link does not resolve the issue, ensure to back up the website fully. Then, proceed with these steps:
- Activate the language intended for deletion.
- Manually delete all content associated with that language by navigating to the respective content tabs (pages, posts, templates), switching the language via the top-bar flag, and deleting all content.
- Clear all deleted content from the trash.
After completing these steps, the language can be removed from the site.

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Last updated by Lucas Vidal de Andrade 2 weeks, 4 days ago.

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April 23, 2025 at 5:50 pm #16961652

arunV-2

Background of the issue:
I am trying to delete a database but am unable to do so. The issue can be seen on this page: hidden link

Symptoms:
I am unable to delete the database.

Questions:
Why can't I delete the database?
Is there a specific error preventing the deletion?

April 24, 2025 at 1:42 pm #16964712

Lucas Vidal de Andrade
WPML Supporter since 11/2023

Languages: English (English ) Spanish (Español ) German (Deutsch ) Portuguese (Brazil) (Português )

Timezone: America/Sao_Paulo (GMT-03:00)

Hey there,

Thank you for waiting. I checked the previous chat you mentioned, and the supporter didn't suggest deleting a database. I guess the word was misused.

Anyway, if you want to delete a language, you can follow the steps described in this link:

https://wpml.org/faq/how-to-completely-remove-a-language-from-your-site/

If that does not work, make a full website backup and follow these steps:

1. Activate the language you want to delete;
2. Delete all its content manually. You can do that, by visiting the tabs where the content is stores (pages, posts, templates), switching the language in the top-bar (clicking on the flag), selecting and deleting all content of the language.
3. Remove all deleted content from the trash;

Once it's all removed, you can remove the language. Let me know if there are other questions.