# Delete relation

## Delete a relation

To delete a relation:

1. In the top navigation bar, click **Relation**
2. In Existing relation section, find the relation that you want to delete
3. Click **Delete relation** next to the relation
4. In the modal, check the relation that you want to delete and click **Yes**

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Once you have deleted a relation, don't forget to [back up your graph version](../version-control/back-up-ontology).

{% hint style="warning" %}
Once you delete a relation, all the individuals which have this relation will be deleted permanently. This action cannot be undone.
{% endhint %}

