Public Cloud > Backup > Backup for Microsoft 365 > Deleting a Backup for Microsoft 365 account

05 Deleting a Backup for Microsoft 365 account

Deleting a Backup for Microsoft 365 account

If you immediately delete a Backup for Microsoft 365 account, whether using the shared or dedicated solution, any prepaid service charges will be forfeited. Upon deletion, all backups are permanently deleted and cannot be recovered. Veeam Service Provider Console and Veeam Restore Portal configurations are also deleted, and you will no longer be able to access either portal.
  • access the Backup for Microsoft 365 account details page;
  • in the SERVICE ACTIONS area, select DELETE SERVICE;
  • in the Delete username_company dialog, choose between:
    • dd/mm/yyyy, the end date of the prepaid period
       
      If you choose this option, you can cancel the scheduled deletion before the end of the prepaid period.
      The service status remains Active until the end of the prepaid period, but you cannot change the pricing plans for users and storage, and any changes scheduled for renewal are cancelled.
    • Proceed now
       
      If you choose this option, deletion is immediate and irreversible. The service status changes from Active to In cancellation, and the MANAGE button is disabled until the deletion process is complete.
  • confirm the operation by selecting OK, CONFIRM.

Cancelling a scheduled deletion

If you have chosen to delete a Backup for Microsoft 365 account using the dd/mm/yyyy, the end date of the prepaid period option, the service remains active until the expiration date.
To cancel the scheduled deletion and restore automatic service renewal, follow these steps:
  • access the Backup for Microsoft 365 account details page;
  • under the STATUS area, check the message The service and all data will be deleted on dd/mm/yyyy;
  • select Cancel deletion;
  • in the Cancel scheduled deletion dialog, select OK, CONFIRM to confirm.