How do I remove a Python virtual environment?

How do I remove a Python virtual environment?

To remove a Python virtual environment, you can simply delete the directory where the virtual environment is located.

Is there a command I can use instead of deleting the folder?

No, the standard way is to delete the folder. However, you can use deactivate to exit the environment before deleting it.

What if I created it with a different tool like virtualenvwrapper?

If you used virtualenvwrapper, you can use the command rmvirtualenv <env_name> to remove the virtual environment.

Can I recover a deleted virtual environment?

Once deleted, a virtual environment cannot be recovered unless you have a backup.