---
title: "Delete a Directory"
method: DELETE
path: "/v2/directories/{directoryId}"
tags: ["Kong Identity Directories"]
---

# Delete a Directory

`DELETE /v2/directories/{directoryId}`

Deletes a directory and optionally all its associated resources (principals, keys, etc.).
Use the force parameter to control deletion behavior when dependencies exist.

## Query parameters

- `force` 'true' | 'false'

## Response `204`

Success

## Other responses

- `401` — Unauthorized
- `403` — Forbidden
- `404` — Not Found

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