How to Permanently Delete OneNote Files Stored in OneDrive
Question details
The user wants to permanently delete OneNote notebooks stored on OneDrive and understand how to manage files showing a d.docs.live.net WebDAV address.
- Product
- Microsoft OneNote and OneDrive
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Permanently removing notebooks from cloud storage rather than just hiding them in the local application interface.
- Observed behavior
- Closing a notebook in the OneNote application only removes it from the app interface, while the actual notebook files and data remain securely stored in OneDrive or SharePoint.
Verify the exact Microsoft account associated with your OneNote notebooks and ensure you have exported any notes you might need later, as permanently deleting notebooks from the cloud and recycle bin cannot be undone.
Delete Notebooks via OneDrive Web
Access the OneDrive web interface to locate and permanently delete the actual notebook files.
The d.docs.live.net address shown in Office apps is simply a WebDAV endpoint for OneDrive. To delete these files, you must manage them directly from the OneDrive website rather than the OneNote app.
Open your web browser and navigate to https://onedrive.live.com. Sign in with the exact same Microsoft account you use for OneNote.
Navigate to the 'Documents' folder or the specific folder where your OneNote notebooks are stored.
Select the notebook you want to remove and click the 'Delete' button located at the top menu.
To ensure the file is permanently deleted, go to the 'Recycle bin' on the left sidebar and click 'Empty recycle bin'.
Delete Notebooks in SharePoint or Work Accounts
If your notebook is tied to a school or enterprise account, it is likely stored in SharePoint or OneDrive for Business.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the d.docs.live.net address in Microsoft Office?
The d.docs.live.net address is a WebDAV-style endpoint that Microsoft Office applications use to communicate with OneDrive. It is not a separate storage drive, but simply a background routing method to connect to your existing OneDrive files.
Does closing a notebook in OneNote delete it?
No. Closing a notebook only removes it from the local application's display list. The actual notebook files remain securely stored in your OneDrive or SharePoint account until you manually delete them from the cloud web interface.
How do I permanently delete a OneNote folder from an Android phone?
You cannot permanently delete a notebook directly within the OneNote Android app. You must open your mobile web browser, sign in to onedrive.live.com, locate the notebook in your files, delete it, and then empty the OneDrive recycle bin.
