> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://launchdarkly-preview.mintlify.site/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Deleting roles

> This topic explains how to delete roles in LaunchDarkly.

> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](/llms.txt). For the full documentation snapshot, see [llms-full.txt](/llms-full.txt).

## Overview

This topic explains how to delete roles in LaunchDarkly.

## Delete roles

LaunchDarkly provides both project and organization [preset roles](/home/getting-started/vocabulary#preset-roles). You can delete these roles, although we do not recommend it. You can also delete any role that you create. You cannot delete the [base roles](/home/getting-started/vocabulary#base-role) (No access, Reader, Writer, Admin, Owner).

To delete a role:

1. Click the **gear** icon in the left sidenav to view Organization settings.
2. Click **Roles** and find the role you wish to review. Select the **Project** or **Organization** tab as needed.
3. Click the name of the role. A summary of the role and its policy statements appears.
4. Click the **pencil** icon to open the "Edit role" page.
5. On the "Edit role" page, click **More actions**.
6. Click **Delete role**.
7. In the confirmation dialog, click **Delete**.

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  You can also use the REST API: [Delete custom role](/api-reference/custom-roles/delete-custom-role)
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