We need to restore deleted Azure SQL server with databases created

Vladislav Fandeev 0 Reputation points
2025-11-07T16:34:48.9866667+00:00

Good day.

We accidentally deleted our test Azure SQL server with databases created there. Based on the troubleshooting information, you probably could recover it manually from your end. Could you help us with that? Let me know what information you need to do the recovery.

Regards,
Vlad

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  1. Swapnesh Panchal 845 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
    2025-11-07T19:32:22.8866667+00:00

    Hi Vladislav Fandeev,
    Welcome to Microsoft Q&A and thank you for posting your question here.

    Unfortunately, once an Azure SQL logical server is deleted, it cannot be restored. However, if your databases had Point-in-Time Restore (PITR) or Long-Term Retention (LTR) backups enabled, you can recover them by restoring to a new logical server.

    What you can do:

    • Create a new Azure SQL Server in the same or a supported region.
    • Use PITR or LTR to restore each database from its backup.

    Information you need to provide for recovery:

    • Original database name(s).
    • Subscription ID and Resource Group where the server existed.
    • Region of the deleted server.
    • Backup retention settings (PITR or LTR).
    • Approximate deletion time (to select the correct restore point).

    What is not possible:

    • Restoring the deleted logical server itself.

    For detailed steps, refer to:

    Kindly share the requested details via private message.


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