With conda, you can create, export, list, remove, and update environments that have different versions of Python and/or packages installed in them. Switching or moving between environments is called …

Jul 23, 2025 · If you have an environment in Anaconda and you no longer need it in your Anaconda, in this article we will see how to deactivate an environment in Anaconda and delete it.

You probably didn't fully deactivate the Conda environment. Remember, the command you need to use with Conda is conda deactivate (for older versions, use source deactivate).

Apr 7, 2023 · Packages installed in one environment can't be accessed in a different environment. In this article, you'll learn how to delete an environment in Conda using built-in Conda commands.

Mar 3, 2025 · In this tutorial, we explain how to remove and erase Anaconda and Conda Python virtual environments. It is a good practice to erase and remove Conda/Anaconda Python virtual environment …

To manually delete and deregister an environment directory properly, run one of the following commands, depending on your operating system and conda installation:

Aug 31, 2025 · In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to remove a Conda environment safely, verify its deletion, and optionally clean up cached packages. This is the most common way to delete an …

Dec 11, 2024 · To remove an environment, you must first deactivate it if it’s currently active. Use the following command: If you’re using an older version of Conda, you may need to use source deactivate …

Dec 5, 2024 · Learn how to gracefully remove Conda environments with various methods and commands, including practical examples and troubleshooting tips.

Jul 5, 2025 · The conda env remove command deletes the environment's directory and all its contents. If you accidentally remove an environment, you will need to recreate it and reinstall its packages.