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title: "Difference between deleting and disabling a widget"
slug: "difference-between-deleting-and-disabling-a-widget"
updated: 2026-08-06T15:24:51Z
published: 2026-08-06T15:24:51Z
canonical: "support.whatfix.com/difference-between-deleting-and-disabling-a-widget"
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# Difference between deleting and disabling a widget

**Disabling** a widget means you can reactivate it at any time later. The associated content and Visibility rules remain intact.

**Deleting** a widget permanently removes it from your account. This action is irreversible.