How to delete CMS collection in Webflow

Deleting a CMS collection in Webflow involves a few steps to ensure that the collection and its associated content are removed properly. Follow these steps:

Step 1: Access Your Webflow Project

1. Log in to your Webflow account.
2. From your Dashboard, select the project that contains the CMS collection you want to delete.

Step 2: Open the Webflow Designer

1. Inside your selected project, click on the "Designer" button. This will open the Webflow Designer interface where you can edit your website visually.

Step 3: Access the CMS Collection

1. In the Designer, click on the "Collections" tab in the left panel. This will display a list of all CMS collections in your project.
2. Find and click on the CMS collection you want to delete. This will open the collection's settings.

Step 4: Delete Collection Items

1. In the collection settings, you'll see a list of items within the collection.
2. Before you delete the collection, you need to delete all items within it. Click on each item and then click the "Delete" button for each one. Confirm the deletion.

Step 5: Remove Collection References

1. If you have any references to this collection in other parts of your project (like CMS Lists or Collection Lists), you need to remove them before deleting the collection.

Step 6: Delete the Collection

1. Once all items and references are removed, go back to the collection settings.
2. In the collection settings, scroll to the bottom and click the "Delete Collection" button.

Step 7: Confirm Deletion

1. A confirmation window will appear, asking you to confirm the deletion. This action is irreversible, so make sure you're certain about deleting the collection.
2. If you're sure you want to proceed, click the "Delete Collection" button in the confirmation window.

Step 8: Publish Your Changes

1. If you're satisfied with your edits, click the "Publish" button located at the top of the Webflow Designer to make your changes live on your website.

Congratulations! You've successfully deleted a CMS collection in Webflow. Remember that deleting a collection also removes all associated data, so be careful and ensure that you have a backup if needed.