# How do I delete or deactivate an export feed?

### Delete a feed

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**Caution** ***:*** Deleting a feed is permanent. Always make sure you are deleting the right feed. If may need the feed again in the future, rather [deactivate the feed](#deactivate-a-feed).
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To delete an export feed, follow these steps:

1. Go to **\[Your project] > Feeds** for an overview of your feeds.
2. In the 'Edit' column of the feed you want to deactivate, click on **Settings**.
3. Click on the gear dropdown and select **Delete feed**.
4. In the pop-up, type in the word **'delete'** in the input field and click **Delete feed**.

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### Deactivate a feed

Deactivating a feed is a better option than deleting it if you might need the feed again in the future. Deleting a feed will permanently remove the feed from your project[.](https://helpcenter.channable.com/hc/en-us/articles/360020407659-How-do-I-delete-an-export-feed-)&#x20;

To deactivate a feed, follow these steps:&#x20;

1. Go to **\[Your project] > Channels** for an overview of your channels.
2. In the 'Edit' column of the feed you want to deactivate, click **Preview & export**.
3. In the **Overview** tab, click **Deactivate feed**. <br>

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Once you have deactivated the feed, "Inactive: Please activate this feed to receive a feed URL" will display.&#x20;

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**Note**: You will have to first deactivate your feed and project if you wish to switch from a paid subscription to a trial subscription.
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