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    ApsaraDB RDS:Release an instance

    Last Updated:Aug 21, 2026

    If you no longer need an RDS for MySQL instance, you can manually release a pay-as-you-go instance or unsubscribe from a subscription instance. This topic describes how to perform these actions using the ApsaraDB RDS console or an API, and covers key considerations and frequently asked questions (FAQs).

    Considerations

    • You can only release pay-as-you-go instances. For subscription instances, you can only unsubscribe from them. After you release or unsubscribe from an instance, eligible instances are moved to the recycle bin. You can unlock and rebuild instances from the recycle bin. For more information, see Recycle Bin.

      Warning

      Instances not moved to the recycle bin are permanently deleted. This action is irreversible, and their data cannot be recovered. Always back up your data before you proceed.

    • Released or unsubscribed instances no longer appear in the ApsaraDB RDS console and do not incur further charges.

    Procedure

    Pay-as-you-go

    1. Log on to the ApsaraDB RDS console. In the navigation pane on the left, click Instances. In the top navigation bar, select a region.

    2. Open the Release Instance dialog box in one of the following ways:

      • Find the target instance. In the Action column, choose More > Release Instance.

      • Find the target instance and click its ID. On the Basic Information page, in the Status section, click Release Instance.

    3. Click OK.

    Subscription

    You can unsubscribe by using one of the following methods:

    Unsubscribe page

    You can submit a ticket to unsubscribe from the instance.

    Instances page

    1. Log on to the ApsaraDB RDS console. In the navigation pane on the left, click Instances. In the top navigation bar, select a region.

    2. Click the ID of the target instance. On the Basic Information page, in the Status section, click Cancellation of Instance Subscription to go to the Unsubscribe page.

    Instance details page

    1. Log on to the ApsaraDB RDS console. In the navigation pane on the left, click Instances. In the top navigation bar, select a region.

    2. In the Action column of the target instance, choose More > Unsubscribe Instance. In the dialog box that appears, click OK to go to the Unsubscribe page.

    FAQ

    • How do I retrieve data after an instance is released?

      A: After you release or unsubscribe from an instance, eligible instances are moved to the recycle bin. You can rebuild the instance from the recycle bin. For more information, see Recycle Bin.

    • Why can't I find the option to release my instance in the console?

      A: You cannot release a subscription instance. You can only unsubscribe from it.

    Related APIs

    API

    Description

    DeleteDBInstance

    Releases a pay-as-you-go RDS instance. You cannot use an API to unsubscribe from a subscription instance.