How to Delete a Branch in Gitlab
- George Apostolov
How to Delete a Branch in Gitlab: step-by-step guide
Make sure you are logged in to your Gitlab account.
Select the project containing the branch you want to delete.
Scroll down the tab on the right side and click "Branches."
Once you have located the branch you want to delete, select "More actions."
Click on "Delete branch."
Then select the "Yes, delete branch" button to finish.
Quick answer: To delete a branch in GitLab, log in, select the project, and click "Branches" on the right. Locate the target branch, click "More actions," choose "Delete branch," and confirm by selecting the "Yes, delete branch" button.
About this GitLab tutorial
Remove unwanted branches easily in GitLab by navigating to project branches, opening more actions, and confirming branch deletion. This guide shows how to delete a Branch in Gitlab in 6 steps, starting with "Make sure you are logged in to your Gitlab account" and finishing with "Then select the 'Yes, delete branch' button to finish". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real GitLab 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 Gitlab?
6 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 GitLab data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under GitLab. Related guides: How to delete a project in gitlab, How to Delete Branches in GitLab and How to download from gitlab. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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