> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.lerian.studio/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Deleting an Asset

> Remove an Asset from your Ledger after moving any remaining balances to an External Account.

An Asset can only be deleted if no balance is available in its Ledger accounts. Therefore, all remaining amounts must be moved to an External Account before deleting the Asset.

<Danger>
  Deleting an Asset removes it from active listings and is subject to your deployment's data retention and compliance policies. In regulated environments, the underlying record may be retained for audit, regulatory, or reporting purposes. Confirm your retention policy before proceeding.
</Danger>

To delete an Asset, follow these steps:

<Steps>
  <Step>
    From the **Assets** page, find the Asset that you want to delete, click the three dots (<Icon icon="ellipsis-vertical" />) from the **Actions** column, and select **Delete**.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    A confirmation dialog will appear.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Click **Confirm** to finalize the deletion.
  </Step>

  <Step>
    Once confirmed, the **Asset** is removed from active listings, subject to your deployment's data retention and compliance policies. Proceed with caution.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Card title="API equivalent" type="tip" horizontal>
  [Delete an Asset endpoint](/en/reference/midaz/delete-an-asset)
</Card>