---
title: "Deleting a Membership"
source: "https://docs.nexcess.com/software/learndash/memberdash/deleting-a-membership/"
description: "There may be times when you need to remove a membership from your site, such as when it's no longer relevant or you’re reorganizing your membership structure. T…"
vertical: "Software"
area: "MemberDash"
topics: ["How To", "MemberDash", "Membership Levels", "Memberships"]
date: "2023-12-29"
last_modified: "2026-06-29"
---

# Deleting a Membership

There may be times when you need to remove a membership from your site, such as when it’s no longer relevant or you’re reorganizing your membership structure. This guide explains how to safely delete a membership in **MemberDash** and outlines important considerations before doing so.

### How to Delete a Membership

1. In your WordPress Dashboard, go to **MemberDash > Memberships**.
2. Hover over the membership you want to delete.
3. Click the **Delete** option that appears.

![Delete memberships button](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/image-55.png)A confirmation modal will display the following message:

> *“Do you want to completely delete the \[Membership Name\] membership, including all subscriptions?”*

If you are sure you want to proceed, click **Delete** to permanently remove the membership.

![Modal to confirm deleting a membership](https://docs.nexcess.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/delete-a-membership-modal.jpg)### Important Considerations

- **Deleting a Membership is Permanent:**  
    Once a membership is deleted, it cannot be recovered. There is no trash or undo option.
- **All Associated Subscriptions Will Be Deleted:**  
    Any users currently subscribed to this membership will immediately lose access, and their subscriptions will be permanently removed.
- **Recommended Best Practice:**  
    If the membership is still in use or has active subscribers, consider **editing the membership** instead of deleting it to avoid service interruptions.

### Conclusion

Deleting a membership should be done with caution, as it will permanently remove both the membership and all associated subscriptions. Always double-check if there are active users before proceeding. When in doubt, editing the membership is a safer alternative.

An on-screen modal will appear with the message “*Do you want to completely delete the \[Membership Name\] membership including all subscriptions?*“

If you are sure you want to delete the membership, click **Delete** to finalize it.

***Note:** Deleting a membership also deletes all associated subscriptions. If you have users subscribed to a membership, you may wish to [Edit it instead](https://docs.nexcess.com/software/learndash/memberdash/editing-a-membership/).*