Cmd. claude project purge
Remove local project session data through the terminal CLI.
Key takeaways
- Remove local project session data through the terminal CLI.
- Check the input surface and availability before using the examples below.
Purpose
Remove local project session data through the terminal CLI.
claude project purge [path]Availability
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Input surface | Terminal shell |
| Kind | Terminal CLI |
| Status | Release-tracked |
| Aliases | — |
| Documented minimum | Not specified |
| Reviewed against | 2026-09-22 · Claude Code 2.1.278 |
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Examples
claude project purge --helpEffects and persistence
The purge operation deletes local project session data. The --help example only displays options and does not delete data.
Cautions
Do not run the destructive operation until you have checked its target and retained any session data you need.