Delete files in Google Drive

Permanently delete all files in your trash

1. On your computer, go to drive.google.com.
2. On the left, click Trash.
3. Make sure there are no files you want to keep.
4. At the top right, click Empty trash Delete forever.

Permanently delete an individual file:

1. On your computer, go to drive.google.com.
2. On the left, click Trash.
3. Select a file.
4. At the top, click Empty Trash Delete forever .

Tip: If you want others to have access to the file, you can transfer ownership to someone else. Make someone else the owner of your file.