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A running container cannot be removed unless [[Docker_rm#-f.2C_--force|-f]] is used. | A running container cannot be removed unless [[Docker_rm#-f.2C_--force|-f]] is used. | ||
Once deleted, a container discards its [[Docker_Concepts#Difference_Between_Containers_and_Images_-_a_Writable_Layer|writable layer]] so the state maintained there from previous runs is lost. The base image is not modified. | |||
=Options= | =Options= | ||
Revision as of 03:40, 5 December 2017
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Overview
docker rm <options> <container-id>
A running container cannot be removed unless -f is used.
Once deleted, a container discards its writable layer so the state maintained there from previous runs is lost. The base image is not modified.
Options
-f, --force
Force the removal of a running container (uses SIGKILL).