---
title: "Deletes a specific SOA record."
method: DELETE
path: "/soa/{soaId}"
tags: ["soa"]
---

# Deletes a specific SOA record.

`DELETE /soa/{soaId}`

## Request

- Base URL: `https://manager.digicertdns.com/v1`
- URL: `https://manager.digicertdns.com/v1/soa/{soaId}`
- Auth: HTTP bearer
- TypeScript: <https://skmtc.dev/digicert/apis/digicert-dns/docs/soa/:soaId/delete.ts> (a function with typed inputs; its response is checked against the schema)

This endpoint deletes a specific SOA record, removing it from the system and preventing it from being used in DNS queries.</br></br>Key features include:</br></br>- **Clear success messaging:** Returns a `204` success code with a confirmation message indicating the successful completion of the requested action.</br>- **Comprehensive error handling:** Returns a `400` error code with a clear description when requests fail.</br>- **Efficient lifecycle management:** Facilitates the removal of a SOA record, helping maintain a clean and organized system.</br>- **Targeted data deletion:** Utilizes the `soaId` parameter to delete the specified SOA record, ensuring precise removal with enhanced control and accuracy.

## Path parameters

- `soaId` integer, required

## Response `204`

SOA record deleted successfully.

## Other responses

- `400`: Request is malformed or invalid.

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