# Delete unused storage disks in Lightsail for Research
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Complete the following steps to delete a storage disk when you don't need it anymore. You stop incurring charges for the disk as soon as it’s deleted.

If the disk is attached to a computer, you must first detach it before you can delete it. For more information, see [Detach a disk from a virtual computer in Lightsail for Research](detach-disk.md).

1. Sign in to the [Lightsail for Research console](https://lfr.console.aws.amazon.com/ls/research).

1. Choose **Storage** in the navigation pane.

1. Find and select the disk to delete.

1. Choose **Delete disk**.

1. Confirm that you want to delete your disk. Then, choose **Delete**.