Delete a card by opening it and choosing the delete option
To delete a card in Trello, open the card by clicking on it, then look for the three-dot menu icon (called "more") in the top right corner of the card window. Click that menu, scroll down to find "Delete", and confirm. The card is then gone from your board. You cannot undo this action, so make sure you want to remove it before you confirm.
If you delete a card by mistake, your only option is to go back through your board's activity log. Trello keeps a record of deleted cards in the board's history, but you will have to manually recreate the card yourself — Trello does not have a one-click restore feature for deleted cards.
Key Takeaways
- Open the card you want to remove, click the three-dot menu in the top right corner, and select "Delete" to remove it permanently.
- Deleted cards cannot be restored with a single click, so double-check before you confirm the deletion.
- Your board's activity log shows that a card was deleted and when, but you will need to recreate the card manually if you change your mind.
- Archiving a card is a safer option than deleting if you might need the information later — archived cards can be restored in seconds.
Archive a card instead if you might need it later
Before you delete, consider archiving instead. Archiving removes the card from your active board view but keeps it in Trello's system. You can restore an archived card in seconds if you realize you need it. To archive, open the card, click the three-dot menu, and select "Archive".
Archived cards stay linked to your board and can be searched for later. If you are cleaning up a board at the end of a project or removing old tasks, archiving is the safer choice. You can always delete archived cards later if you are certain you no longer need them.
Delete multiple cards at once from the board view
If you need to remove several cards, you do not have to open each one individually. In the board view, right-click on a card to see a menu with delete and archive options. This is faster than opening each card separately, though you still have to confirm each deletion.
Some Trello users also use board filters or labels to hide cards they no longer want to see, rather than deleting them. This keeps the cards in your system without cluttering your active workspace. You can toggle the filter off later if you need to see those cards again.
What happens to attachments and comments when you delete a card
When you delete a card, all attachments, comments, and activity on that card are deleted as well. If the card contains important information — notes from a meeting, a file someone uploaded, or a conversation about the task — that information is permanently lost. This is another reason to archive instead of delete if you are unsure.
If you need to preserve the information on a card before removing it, take a screenshot, copy the text, or read any attached files first. Some teams keep a separate document or archive board where they paste important card details before deleting.
Delete a card from a list view or mobile app
On the Trello mobile app (iOS or Android), open the card and tap the three-dot menu at the top. Scroll down and tap "Delete Card", then confirm. The process is the same as on the web version, but the menu layout may look slightly different depending on your phone's screen size.
If you are using Trello's list view instead of the board view, you can still delete cards the same way — open the card and use the three-dot menu. The delete option is always in the same place, regardless of how you are viewing your board.
Permissions and who can delete cards on a shared board
On a shared Trello board, only members with editing permissions can delete cards. If you do not see a delete option in the three-dot menu, you may have view-only access to the board. Ask the board owner or an admin to change your permissions if you need to delete cards.
Board owners and admins can also delete cards created by other team members. If someone on your team deletes a card by mistake, the board owner can check the activity log to see what was deleted and when, but they cannot restore it — they would have to recreate it manually.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I undo a card deletion?
No, Trello does not have an undo button for deleted cards. Once you confirm the deletion, the card is gone. Your only option is to check the board's activity log to see what was on the card, then recreate it manually. This is why archiving is safer if you are not completely sure.
What is the difference between deleting and archiving?
Archiving hides the card from your board but keeps it in Trello's system — you can restore it in seconds. Deleting removes it permanently. Archive when you might need the card later; delete when you are certain you do not need it and want to clean up your board completely.
If I delete a card, can other team members still see it?
No. Once a card is deleted, it is gone from the board for everyone. All team members will see that the card is no longer there. The board's activity log will show that the card was deleted and by whom, but the card itself cannot be viewed.
Do I lose attachments and comments when I delete a card?
Yes. All attachments, comments, and activity history on the card are deleted along with it. If the card contains important information, read or copy it before you delete. Archiving preserves everything if you think you might need it later.
Can I delete a card if I do not own the board?
Only if you have editing permissions. If you created the card or the board owner gave you editor access, you can delete it. If you only have view-only access, you cannot delete cards — ask the board owner to change your permissions or delete the card for you.