SharePoint (Modern Sites) - Delete a SharePoint site Video

Learn how to delete a SharePoint site in this informative video. As an admin, you'll discover the step-by-step process, from accessing the SharePoint Admin center to using the search bar to find and delete the site. Don't forget to take caution as you have 93 days to recover the deleted site. Join now and master advanced SharePoint administration!

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Objectifs :

This video aims to guide administrators on how to delete a SharePoint site and restore it if necessary, ensuring they understand the implications of these actions, especially regarding linked Microsoft 365 groups.

Chapitres :

  1. Introduction to SharePoint Site Management
    In this section, we will discuss the management of SharePoint sites, specifically focusing on the deletion and restoration processes. Understanding these processes is crucial for administrators to maintain control over their SharePoint environments.
  2. Deleting a SharePoint Site
    To delete a SharePoint site, follow these steps: 1. **Access the SharePoint Admin Center**: Begin by navigating to the SharePoint Admin Center. 2. **Locate Active Sites**: In the admin center, go to the 'Active Sites' section. 3. **Search for the Site**: Use the search bar to find the site named 'Project Training'. 4. **Select and Delete**: Once located, select the site and click on the 'Delete' option. **Important Note**: Be cautious when deleting a site, as you have 93 days to restore it before it is permanently deleted. Additionally, if the SharePoint site is a team site linked to a Microsoft 365 group, deleting it will also remove the associated Microsoft 365 group.
  3. Restoring a Deleted SharePoint Site
    If you accidentally delete a SharePoint site, you can restore it by following these steps: 1. **Access Deleted Sites**: Instead of looking in 'Active Sites', navigate to the 'Deleted Sites' section in the SharePoint Admin Center. 2. **Search for the Deleted Site**: Use the search bar to find the deleted site. 3. **Select and Restore**: Once you find the site, select it and click on the 'Restore' option to recover it.
  4. Conclusion
    In summary, managing SharePoint sites involves understanding the processes of deletion and restoration. Administrators must be aware of the implications of these actions, particularly regarding linked Microsoft 365 groups. By following the outlined steps, you can effectively manage your SharePoint sites and ensure that you can recover them if needed.

FAQ :

How do I delete a SharePoint site?

To delete a SharePoint site, go to the SharePoint Admin Center, navigate to Active Sites, use the search bar to find the site you want to delete, select it, and click on delete. Be cautious, as you have 93 days to restore the site before it is permanently deleted.

What happens if I delete a SharePoint site linked to a Microsoft 365 group?

If you delete a SharePoint site that is linked to a Microsoft 365 group, the entire group will also be deleted along with all its resources.

Can I restore a deleted SharePoint site?

Yes, you can restore a deleted SharePoint site by going to the Deleted Sites section in the SharePoint Admin Center, using the search bar to find the site, selecting it, and clicking on restore.

What is the time limit for restoring a deleted SharePoint site?

You have 93 days to restore a deleted SharePoint site before it is permanently removed from the system.

What should I do if I accidentally delete a SharePoint site?

If you accidentally delete a SharePoint site, immediately go to the Deleted Sites section in the SharePoint Admin Center and restore it within 93 days.

Quelques cas d'usages :

Project Management

In a project management scenario, a team can create a SharePoint site to collaborate on project tasks. If the project is completed and the site is no longer needed, the admin can delete the site to keep the SharePoint environment organized. If the deletion was a mistake, the admin can restore the site within 93 days.

Team Collaboration

A marketing team uses a SharePoint site to share resources and documents. If the team decides to restructure and no longer needs the site, the admin can delete it. However, if the team realizes they need the information later, they can restore the site from the Deleted Sites section.

Compliance and Data Management

In a compliance-focused organization, SharePoint sites are created for specific projects. Once a project is completed, the admin can delete the site to comply with data retention policies. If any data is needed later, the admin can restore the site within the allowed timeframe.

Glossaire :

SharePoint

A web-based collaboration platform developed by Microsoft that integrates with Microsoft Office. It is used for storing, organizing, sharing, and accessing information from any device.

SharePoint Admin Center

A management interface for SharePoint administrators to manage SharePoint sites, users, and settings.

Active Sites

SharePoint sites that are currently in use and accessible to users.

Deleted Sites

SharePoint sites that have been deleted but can still be restored within a certain period before permanent deletion.

Microsoft 365 Group

A feature in Microsoft 365 that allows users to collaborate and share resources such as files, calendars, and tasks. Deleting a SharePoint team site linked to a Microsoft 365 group will also delete the group.

Restore

The process of recovering a deleted SharePoint site within a specified time frame before it is permanently removed.

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And use SharePoint site called Project.
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Training has been created a few months ago.
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As of today, this project is now
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over. As an admin, let's see
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how I can delete this website.
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Going to start by getting to
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the SharePoint Admin center in
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the site spot and active sites.
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I will then use the search bar to search
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for the project training.
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I simply have to select it
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and again click on delete.
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Be careful. You have
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93 days to restore the site before it
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is permanently deleted. If the website
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the SharePoint site is actually a
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team site linked to a
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Microsoft 365 group, this will
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also delete the Microsoft 365 group.
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Let's delete project training.
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If a mistake has been made, if I wasn't
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supposed to delete it,
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how can I restore it?
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I simply have to go to not active
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sites but deleted sites this time.
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There is a search bar again.
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I can select it and restore it.

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