> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.watchtower.systems/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Managing Trash

> Restore deleted test cases, or permanently clear out old ones.

Deleting a test in Watchtower doesn't remove it right away; it moves to **Trash**, where it stays recoverable for 30 days.

<Tip>
  Deleting a test only removes it from Watchtower's dashboard. It never touches the actual spec file or code in your repository.
</Tip>

## Restoring a test

Open **Trash** from the sidebar. Every deleted test is listed with its folder, last known status, how long ago it was deleted, and how many days remain before it's purged. Click **Restore** on any row to bring it back into Test Center, or select several with the checkboxes and use **Restore N** to bring back multiple at once.

## Permanently deleting old tests

Tests left in Trash are automatically purged after 30 days. To clear everything eligible right now, click **Purge expired** and confirm. This permanently deletes every test that's been in Trash longer than 30 days and can't be undone.

## Deleting a test

You can send a test to Trash from a few places:

* In **Test Center**, select one or more tests in bulk mode and choose **Delete Selected**.
* From a test's row menu, choose **Delete**.
* From a test's detail view, use the **Delete** button.

Each of these asks for confirmation before moving the test to Trash.