PV Cleanup
Delete unused Persistent Volumes to reclaim storage capacity and reduce costs.
Overview
PV Cleanup automatically removes orphaned and unused Persistent Volumes identified by Unused PV Detection insights. This action reclaims storage capacity and eliminates ongoing storage costs from forgotten volumes.
Wave ensures safe cleanup with validation checks, backup verification, and reclaim policy enforcement. It tracks all cleanup operations in audit logs, providing complete visibility into storage reclamation activities.
Why Better Than Manual PV Deletion
| Manual PV Deletion | Wave PV Cleanup | |
|---|---|---|
| Cleanup Process | Risky kubectl delete commands without validation | Safe automated deletion with backup verification |
| Data Safety | Risk of deleting wrong volumes or active storage | Multiple validation checks before deletion |
| Tracking & Audit | No audit trail of deleted volumes | Complete audit logs with deletion justification |
Key Outcomes & Benefits
Reclaim costs from orphaned persistent volumes
Eliminate manual PV management overhead
Free up storage capacity from unused volumes
How It Works
1. Unused PV Identification
Receives orphaned PV list from Unused PV Detection insight.
2. Safety Validation
Validates PV is truly orphaned, checks reclaim policy, and verifies no active bindings.
3. Backup Verification
Optionally verifies backup existence before deletion for extra safety.
4. Safe Deletion
Executes PV deletion and logs all actions for audit compliance.
Reclaim Storage Costs from Orphaned Volumes
Safely automate unused PV cleanup and storage reclamation.
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