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ApsaraMQ for Kafka:How do I restore an instance?

Last Updated:Jul 17, 2026

You can restore an expired ApsaraMQ for Kafka instance that has not been released or deleted.

Subscription instances

Causes for expiration

  • The instance is unsubscribed.

  • The instance is not renewed.

Restore instances

After an instance expires, log on to the console and renew it within 7 days. After the renewal succeeds, the instance status changes to Running. If you do not renew the instance within 7 days, it is automatically released and cannot be recovered. For more information, see Renew an instance.

Pay-as-you-go instances

Causes for expiration

  • The instance is stopped.

  • The Alibaba Cloud account to which the instance belongs has overdue payments.

Restore instances

  • If the instance is stopped, re-enable it in the ApsaraMQ for Kafka console. For more information, see Manage the lifecycle of an instance.

  • If your Alibaba Cloud account has overdue payments, settle the outstanding balance.