What happens when you delete files in the cloud
Applies To
OneDrive for Business SharePoint Server Subscription Edition SharePoint Server 2019 SharePoint Server 2016 OneDrive (work or school) OneDrive (home or personal) OneDrive for Mac OneDrive for Windows
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When you delete a file or folder on OneDrive with one device, you won't be able to find it on your other devices. All deleted files go into the Recycle bin, where you have a chance to restore it.
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Select the file or files you want to delete.
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Select Delete. The files move to the Recycle bin.
: If you're signed into OneDrive with a Microsoft account, items in the recycle bin are automatically deleted 30 days after they're put there. If your recycle bin is full, the oldest items will be automatically deleted after three days.
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