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# service

The delete service command removes a specified Service from the Kubernetes cluster. This command deletes the Service but does not remove associated pods or endpoints. Ensure that no dependent applications rely on this Service before deletion.

## Usage

```
cldkctl delete service [name] [flags]
```

## Steps

Follow the steps below to run and view the result of this command:

1. If you want to view the list of Services before deleting, refer to the get service section.
2. Run the following command in your terminal:

```
cldkctl delete service [service-name]
```

3. Replace `[service-name]` with the name of the Service you want to delete.
4. Once completed successfully, a message **“✓ Service deleted”** will appear in your terminal.

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## Flags

{% hint style="info" %}
This command supports [global flags](/cloudeka-api-list/global-flags.md). Refer to the Global Flags section for details
{% endhint %}

| Flag       | Description                      |
| ---------- | -------------------------------- |
| -h, --help | Help for delete service command. |