How to Delete a Branch in Bitbucket
- George Apostolov
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How to Delete a Branch in Bitbucket: step-by-step guide
On Bitbucket's main dashboard, find and open the repository that contains the branch you wish to delete.
After that, go to the left-side panel and click 'Branches'.
Browse the list and find the specific branch you want to delete.
Following that, click the 'Actions' button next to it.
Choose 'Delete' from the list of options.
Tap 'Delete' one more time to confirm your request.
After completing these steps, the selected Bitbucket branch will be deleted immediately.
Quick answer: To delete a branch in Bitbucket, open the repository, click Branches in the left-side panel, and find the branch. Click the Actions button next to it, choose Delete, and tap Delete again to confirm your request.
About this Bitbucket tutorial
Remove an unneeded branch in Bitbucket by opening your repository, selecting Branches, and confirming the deletion from the Actions menu. This guide shows how to delete a Branch in Bitbucket in 7 steps, starting with "On Bitbucket's main dashboard, find and open the repository that contains the branch yo..." and finishing with "After completing these steps, the selected Bitbucket branch will be deleted immediately". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Bitbucket interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to delete a Branch in Bitbucket?
7 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Bitbucket data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Bitbucket. Related guides: How to Delete a Commit in Bitbucket, How to Download Repositories From Bitbucket and How to Fork a Repository in Bitbucket. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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