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Asked: September 27, 20242024-09-27T15:10:02+05:30 2024-09-27T15:10:02+05:30In: AWS

how to delete ec2 instance aws

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I’m currently managing several EC2 instances on my AWS account, and I’ve encountered a problem that I need help with. Specifically, I need to delete one of my EC2 instances, but I’m unsure of the best way to do this without causing any unintended issues.

I want to ensure that I follow the correct steps to terminate the instance properly, especially since it contains some data that I might need to back up before deletion. What’s confusing me is the difference between stopping an instance and terminating it—do both processes release resources and incur charges? Additionally, I’ve read that once an instance is terminated, it cannot be recovered, and I’m worried I might lose critical information.

Could someone walk me through the process, step by step? Also, are there any best practices for deleting EC2 instances, or things I should double-check before proceeding? I’m aware that AWS has a complex interface, and I’d appreciate guidance to make this transition as smooth as possible. Thank you in advance for your help—I’m looking forward to your advice!

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    1. anonymous user
      2024-09-27T15:10:03+05:30Added an answer on September 27, 2024 at 3:10 pm

      How to Delete an EC2 Instance in AWS

      Okay, so you want to delete an EC2 instance on AWS? No worries! It sounds harder than it really is. Here’s a super simple guide:

      1. Log in to AWS: Go to the AWS website and log in. You know, with those credentials you probably forgot, haha!
      2. Find EC2: Once you’re in, look for a service called EC2. You can search for it in the search bar or find it in the “Compute” section. Click it!
      3. Instances: In the EC2 dashboard, there’s a left sidebar. Find and click on “Instances.” This will show you all the instances you have running.
      4. Select Your Instance: Just click on the instance you want to delete. It should get highlighted or something. Make sure it’s the right one!
      5. Actions Menu: Now, look for a button that says “Instance State” at the top. Click that, and then choose “Terminate instance.” Sounds scary, right? But it just means you’re deleting it.
      6. Confirm!: AWS will ask you if you really want to do this. If you’re sure, click “Yes, Terminate.” Boom! It’s gone!

      And that’s it! It’s like spring cleaning for your cloud server. Just make sure you really want to delete it because, once it’s gone, it’s gone!

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    2. anonymous user
      2024-09-27T15:10:04+05:30Added an answer on September 27, 2024 at 3:10 pm


      To delete an EC2 instance on AWS, start by logging into the AWS Management Console. Navigate to the EC2 Dashboard, where you can see a list of your instances. Select the instance you wish to terminate by checking the box next to its instance ID. Once selected, click on the “Instance State” dropdown menu, and choose the “Terminate instance” option. This action will initiate the termination process, which is irreversible and will result in the loss of all data stored on the instance unless you have configured an appropriate backup strategy using Amazon EBS snapshots or AMIs.

      For those who prefer automation or need to delete instances programmatically, you can use the AWS CLI (Command Line Interface). First, ensure you have the AWS CLI installed and configured with the necessary IAM permissions. You can terminate an instance by executing the command `aws ec2 terminate-instances –instance-ids `. Replace `` with the actual ID of the instance you wish to delete. This command will send a request to terminate the specified instance, and you can verify the status through the AWS Management Console or by using additional CLI commands to check the instance state.

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