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https://developer.dacast.com/v2/vod//source
Delete the source file of a VOD. Renditions are preserved until you remove them separately.
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Delete the source file of a VOD. Renditions are kept; only the original upload is removed. This lets you reclaim storage while the video remains playable from its transcoded renditions.
Path parameter
| Name | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
id | string (UUID) | Required. The VOD identifier, e.g. 2e350b1e-bf7f-446d-a378-36aeedd1d67e. |
Response
| Code | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 204 | Source deleted. No body is returned. |
| 404 | VOD not found or source already deleted. |
The video stays online after source deletion. Existing renditions are not affected immediately.⚠️ If you later delete all remaining renditions too,
GET /v2/vod/{id}can end up withrenditions: nulland empty playback URLs (hls,hds). Previously embedded players or previously obtained playback links can stop playing in that state.⚠️ If your goal is to remove the VOD completely, use Delete Video. Do not model full asset deletion as
Delete Sourcefollowed by deleting all renditions one by one.