---
title: "Permanently remove folder"
method: DELETE
path: "/folders/{folder_id}/trash"
tags: ["Trashed folders"]
---

# Permanently remove folder

`DELETE /folders/{folder_id}/trash`

Permanently deletes a folder that is in the trash.
This action cannot be undone.

## Path parameters

- `folder_id` string, required

## Response `204`

Returns an empty response when the folder was
permanently deleted.

## Other responses

- `404` — Returns an error if the folder is not in the trash.
- `default` — An unexpected client error.

---

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