---
title: "Delete an assistant"
method: DELETE
path: "/assistants/{assistant_name}"
tags: ["Manage Assistants"]
---

# Delete an assistant

`DELETE /assistants/{assistant_name}`

Delete an existing assistant.

For guidance and examples, see [Manage assistants](https://docs.pinecone.io/guides/assistant/manage-assistants#delete-an-assistant)

## Path parameters

- `assistant_name` string, required

## Headers

- `X-Pinecone-Api-Version` string, required

## Response `200`

The request to delete the assistant has been accepted.

## Other responses

- `401` — Unauthorized. Possible causes: Invalid API key.
- `404` — Assistant not found.
- `500` — Internal server error.

---

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