Object Storage API, Amazon S3-compatible REST: DeleteObject
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Updated at May 6, 2026
Deletes an object.
For more information on getting started with the API and the general request format, see How to use the S3 API.
Request
DELETE /{bucket}/{key} HTTP/2
Path parameters
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
bucket |
Bucket name. |
key |
Object key. |
Query parameters
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
versionId |
Link to a specific version of the object. |
Headers
Use the appropriate common headers in your request.
Moreover, if governance-mode retention is set for an object version in a versioned bucket, make sure to use the below-specified header to bypass retention and confirm deletion. Only users with the storage.admin role can delete a retained object version. To check the retention status, use the getObjectRetention method.
| Header | Description |
|---|---|
X-Amz-Bypass-Governance-Retention |
Header that confirms bypassing of the governance-mode retention. Set it to true. |
Response
Headers
Responses can only contain common headers.
Response codes
For a list of possible responses, see Responses.