# Delete Node

The **Delete Network** option is for deleting the validator node. The option is enabled only when the validator node is in an Active State. 

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Please note that the validator node cannot be recovered once the network is deleted. Make sure to double-check that you have selected the correct network before proceeding with the deletion of the network and the validator node.
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Follow these steps to delete the validator node:

**Step 1: Navigate to Validator Node Page** - On the left navigation panel, click on the [Validator Nodes](https://app.zeeve.io/platform/manage/nodes/validator) under the **NODE INFRASTRUCTURE** section. Now, on this page, you will see your deployed validator nodes list under **Validator Nodes (x).** On the **Shido** node item, click the **Manage** button below the **ACTIONS** field.

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**Step 2: Navigate to the Detailed page -** Click on the **View Details** to navigate to the detailed screen of the node.

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**Step 3: Delete Network Confirmation -** A pop-up will open asking for your confirmation to delete the network. Authorize the deletion by clicking on the ***Yes*** button.

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The network deletion process will be initiated, and the validator node will be completely deleted. It will take a while for the node to be deleted.
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You can view the **notifications** related to the validator node deletion by clicking on the Notification Bell.

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