You may need to remove a Perplexity Space that is no longer useful or contains outdated information. A Space in Perplexity is a dedicated area where you organize collections of threads, sources, and notes around a specific topic. Deleting a Space removes all its content from your account permanently and cannot be undone. This article explains the exact steps to delete a Space and what happens to your data after deletion.
Key Takeaways: Deleting a Perplexity Space
- Spaces > Three-dot menu > Delete Space: The only way to permanently remove a Space and all its threads.
- No undo option: Deleted Spaces cannot be recovered, so export data first if needed.
- Space deletion does not affect your account: Only the Space and its contents are removed. Your other Spaces, collections, and profile remain intact.
What Is a Perplexity Space and When Should You Delete One?
A Perplexity Space is a container that holds multiple threads, each with its own search queries, sources, and AI-generated responses. You can create Spaces for projects, research topics, or ongoing tasks. Over time, you may accumulate Spaces that are no longer relevant. Deleting a Space frees up your dashboard and helps you stay organized.
You should delete a Space when you no longer need the information inside it, when the project is finished, or when you accidentally created a duplicate Space. Because deletion is permanent, only delete a Space if you are certain you will not need its content again. If you want to keep the data for reference, consider exporting the threads before deletion.
Steps to Delete a Perplexity Space Permanently
Follow these steps to remove a Space from your Perplexity account. The process is the same on the web version and the desktop app.
- Open Perplexity and go to your Spaces list
Log in to your Perplexity account. On the left sidebar, click the Spaces tab to see all your existing Spaces. - Locate the Space you want to delete
Scroll through the list or use the search bar at the top of the Spaces panel to find the specific Space. - Click the three-dot menu on the Space card
Hover your mouse over the Space card. A three-dot icon (more options) appears in the top-right corner of the card. Click it to open a dropdown menu. - Select Delete Space from the menu
In the dropdown, click Delete Space. A confirmation dialog appears asking you to confirm the deletion. - Confirm the deletion
In the dialog box, click the Delete button to permanently remove the Space and all its threads. The Space disappears from your list immediately.
After deletion, the Space and all its threads are gone. You cannot recover them through any Perplexity interface or by contacting support.
What Happens to Data After Deleting a Space
When you delete a Space, Perplexity removes all threads, search queries, sources, and AI responses stored inside that Space. This action is irreversible. The deletion does not affect your other Spaces, your saved collections, your personal profile, or your account settings.
Perplexity does not retain a copy of the deleted Space on its servers. If you had shared the Space with other users, those users lose access immediately. They receive no notification about the deletion. Any links to the Space become invalid.
How to Export a Space Before Deleting It
If you want to keep a record of the threads inside a Space before deletion, export the data. Perplexity does not offer a one-click Space export, but you can manually copy thread content.
- Open the Space and click each thread
Go to the Space you plan to delete. Click on each thread to open it. - Copy the thread content
Select the text of the AI response and any sources you want to keep. Press Ctrl+C (Windows) or Cmd+C (Mac) to copy. - Paste into a document or note taking app
Paste the copied content into a text file, Word document, or a note taking app like OneNote or Notion. Repeat for every thread in the Space.
This method is manual but ensures you retain the information before permanent deletion.
Common Mistakes and Things to Avoid
I Clicked Delete by Accident. Can I Undo It?
No. Perplexity does not have a trash or recycle bin for Spaces. Once you confirm deletion, the Space and its contents are gone permanently. Always double check that you selected the correct Space before clicking Delete.
Deleting a Space Deletes My Entire Account?
No. Deleting a Space only removes that specific Space. Your Perplexity account, other Spaces, saved collections, and profile remain unchanged.
Can I Delete a Space on the Mobile App?
Yes. The mobile app uses the same interface. Tap the three-dot menu on the Space card and select Delete Space. The confirmation process is identical.
Shared Spaces: What Happens to Collaborators?
If you delete a Space that you shared with others, all collaborators lose access immediately. They cannot view or recover the Space. To avoid disruption, notify collaborators before deletion and export any data they may need.
Perplexity Space Deletion: Permanent vs Temporary Options
| Item | Delete Space (Permanent) | Archive Space (Not Available) |
|---|---|---|
| Data removal | All threads, sources, and AI responses are permanently removed | Not offered by Perplexity; you can only delete or keep the Space |
| Recovery | No recovery possible | Not applicable |
| Impact on other Spaces | None | Not applicable |
| Collaborator access | Immediately revoked | Not applicable |
Perplexity currently does not offer an archive or hide feature for Spaces. You can only delete a Space or leave it intact. If you want to hide a Space from your main list without deleting it, consider renaming it or moving its threads to another Space.
You now know how to permanently delete a Perplexity Space and what the consequences are. Before deleting, always export any important threads by copying the content to an external document. If you share Spaces with collaborators, inform them before removal. As a tip, use a naming convention for Spaces that includes dates or status labels so you can quickly identify which Spaces are candidates for deletion.