How to Delete a Site Library in SharePoint
- George Apostolov
How to Delete a Site Library in SharePoint: step-by-step guide
Inside the main dashboard of your SharePoint site, head over to the left-side panel and click the site library you wish to delete.
After that, tap the 'Settings' icon at the top-right corner.
Choose 'Library Settings' from the list of options.
Subsequently, click 'More Library Settings'.
Find and click 'Delete This Document Library' under the Permissions and Management section.
After completing these steps, the selected site library will be deleted immediately.
Quick answer: To delete a site library in SharePoint, click the site library on the left-side panel from the main dashboard, tap the Settings icon, choose Library Settings, click More Library Settings, and then select Delete This Document Library under the Permissions and Management section to delete it immediately.
About this SharePoint tutorial
Remove an unwanted document library in SharePoint by accessing its library settings and choosing the delete option. This guide shows how to delete a Site Library in SharePoint in 6 steps, starting with "Inside the main dashboard of your SharePoint site, head over to the left-side panel and..." and finishing with "After completing these steps, the selected site library will be deleted immediately". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real SharePoint 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 Site Library in SharePoint?
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 SharePoint data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under SharePoint. Related guides: How to Delete Files in SharePoint, How to Design a SharePoint Page and How to Download Files From a SharePoint Site Library. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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