Recover deleted files
Learn how to recover recently deleted files before they're permanently removed.
Soft deletion in Camunda Hub
When you delete a file, it's removed from the project and moved to Recently deleted. You have 30 days to restore it before permanent deletion.
Soft deletion only applies to files deleted in Camunda 8.10 and later. All items deleted in earlier versions are permanently deleted and can't be recovered.
Permanent deletion in Camunda Hub
Permanent deletion occurs 30 days after a file is deleted. This removes all associated data, including file content, version history, metadata, and its Git links.
Restore permissions
Only users with Project Admin or Editor access at the time of the restore attempt can restore a recently deleted file. The role at the time of the original deletion is not considered.
Browse recently deleted files
In Camunda Hub, in the left-hand navigation, click Recently deleted. This page lists files deleted from any projects within the last 30 days.
Each row shows:
| Column | Description |
|---|---|
| Name | The file name |
| Type | The type of deleted resource |
| Location | The full path of the file's current live ancestors as a breadcrumb. Composed at read time, so renames or moves of live ancestors are reflected immediately. |
| Deleted by | The user who performed the deletion |
| Deleted on | The date and time of the deletion |
| Days remaining | Days left before permanent deletion |
By default, the list is sorted with the most recently deleted files first.
Restore a file
To restore a recently deleted file:
- In the left-hand navigation, click Recently deleted.
- Find the file you want to restore.
- Click the restore icon at the end of the file's row.
The file returns to its original location.