How to Use the ollama rm Command to Delete a Model?

The ollama rm command is used to delete a model from your Ollama environment. This is helpful when you no longer need a model or want to clean up your system by removing unused models.

How to Delete a Model?

To delete a model, simply use the following command:

ollama rm llama3.2

 

In this example, llama3.2 is the model I want to remove. You can replace it with the name or ID of the model you wish to delete.

 

Command Help:

For additional details on how to use the rm command, you can run:

ollama rm --help

$ollama rm --help
Remove a model

Usage:
  ollama rm MODEL [MODEL...] [flags]

Flags:
  -h, --help   help for rm

Environment Variables:
      OLLAMA_HOST                IP Address for the ollama server (default 127.0.0.1:11434)

With the ollama rm command, removing a model is quick and easy, ensuring that you can keep your system organized. Be cautious while using this command, as it permanently deletes the specified models!

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