docs/data/reusables/github-actions/self-hosted-runner-removing-a-runner-updated.md

1. Click Remove.

2. You will see instructions for removing the self-hosted runner. Complete either of the following steps to remove the runner, depending on whether it is still accessible:

   • If you have access to the runner machine: Follow the on-screen instructions for your machine's operating system to run the removal command. The instructions include the required URL and an automatically-generated, time-limited token.

     The removal command does the following tasks:

     • Removes the runner from {% data variables.product.product_name %}.
     • Removes any self-hosted runner application configuration files on the machine.
     • Removes any services configured if not running in interactive mode.

   • If you don't have access to the machine: Click Force remove this runner to force {% data variables.product.product_name %} to remove the runner.