# How to Access the Recycle Bin in SharePoint

> To access the Recycle Bin in SharePoint, first click the desired site on the main dashboard. Next, click 'Recycle Bin' in the left-side panel to open it. Finally, view your deleted files to either permanently delete them or restore them to their original location.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-access-the-recycle-bin-in-sharepoint/
Apps: SharePoint
Updated: 2026-10-05
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## Steps

1. On SharePoint's main dashboard, find and click the site that contains the Recycle Bin you wish to access.
2. After that, head over to the left-side panel and click 'Recycle Bin'.
3. The Recycle Bin will open immediately. You can access your deleted files from there and make your desired changes.
4. For instance, you may either delete certain files permanently or restore them to their original location.