---
title: "Delete a post by slug"
method: DELETE
path: "/v1/posts/slug/{slug}"
tags: ["posts"]
---

# Delete a post by slug

`DELETE /v1/posts/slug/{slug}`

Permanently delete a post using its URL slug. The publication is identified by the API key provided in the Authorization header.

**Warning:** This action is irreversible. The post and all related data (comments, notifications, drafts) will be permanently deleted.

## Path parameters

- `slug` string, required

## Request body

- object

## Response `200`

Post deleted successfully

- object
  - `success` true, required — Whether the deletion succeeded

## Other responses

- `401` — Invalid or missing API key
- `404` — Post not found in your publication
- `500` — Internal server error

---

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