Whether you're clearing test entries or staying compliant with data privacy regulations, Tally lets you easily delete forms, workspaces, and form submission data. Deleted items are stored in Trash for 90 days before they're permanently deleted, giving you time to restore anything deleted by mistake.
How Trash worksHow to delete forms and workspacesHow to delete form submissionsRestore deleted itemsFrequently asked questions
How Trash works
Every item (forms, submissions or workspaces) you delete in Tally goes to Trash first.
Nothing is permanently removed until you explicitly
Empty trash, or 90 days pass.
Once an item is permanently deleted (either by you or after 90 days), it cannot be recovered.
How to delete forms and workspaces
Click
… next to your form or workspace in the sidebar or dashboard and Delete.
Deleting a workspace will also delete all forms within that workspace. Deleting a form will also delete all form submissions of that form.
How to delete form submissions
Go to the
submissions tab of your published form, select one or multiple entries and click the trash icon 🗑️.
If you want to auto-delete submissions after a set time, you can set custom data retention periods. Learn more
Restore deleted items
You can restore any form, workspace, or submission from Trash within the 90-day window.
- Click the Trash icon in the left sidebar.
- Find the item you want to restore.
- Click the ↺ (restore) icon next to it.
The item returns to its original location with all settings, submissions, and integrations intact.
Frequently asked questions
How long are deleted items kept in Trash?
Deleted forms, workspaces, and submissions are kept in Trash for 90 days. After that, Tally removes them permanently and automatically.
Can I recover a permanently deleted form?
No. Once an item is permanently deleted, either by emptying the Trash or after 90 days, it cannot be recovered. Always double-check before permanently deleting.
What happens to a form's public URL after I delete it?
The form becomes inaccessible at its public URL as soon as it's moved to Trash. Visitors will see an error page.
Can I set a form to auto-delete submissions automatically?
Yes. You can set a custom retention period for each form — from minutes up to years. Once the period expires, Tally automatically moves older submissions to Trash, where they stay for 90 days before permanent deletion.
