Deleting Kaltura Recordings of Class Sessions

UGA Kaltura: How to Delete a Class Recording as an Instructor

Before You Begin

Deleting a recording permanently removes it from your Kaltura media library. If the recording is being used in an eLC course, Media Gallery, or shared link, students and viewers will no longer be able to access it.

Tip: If you may need the recording later, consider downloading a copy before deleting it. Kaltura allows media owners to manage and delete content from their My Media area.

Delete a Single Recording

Step 1: Open Kaltura My Media

  1. Log in to eLC.
  2. Navigate to My Media (Kaltura).

Step 2: Locate the Recording

  1. Use the search box or browse your media library.
  2. Find the recording you want to remove.

Step 3: Delete the Recording

  1. Click the three dots (More Actions) next to the recording.
  2. Select Delete

Step 4: Confirm

  1. Review the warning message.
  2. Click Delete to confirm.

Delete Multiple Recordings

Step 1: Open My Media

  1. Log in to Kaltura My Media.

Step 2: Select Recordings

  1. Check the boxes beside each recording you want to delete.

Step 3: Delete Selected Items

  1. Click Delete at the top of the page.
  2. Confirm the deletion when prompted.

If You Cannot Delete a Recording

A recording may not be deletable if:

  • It is currently published in a course or media gallery.
  • You are not the owner of the media.
  • Your account permissions do not allow media deletion.
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