Copy-ready commanddocker system prune Help and Syntax
docker system prune --helpProduction warning
Help and syntax commands are generally read-only. The original command shown for context may change systems or data; review it before execution.
Requirements and permissions
- Requirements
- Docker Engine, Docker Compose, or kubectl
- Permissions
- No elevated permissions are normally required to view help; local policy and shell access still apply.
- Last reviewed
- 2026-07-31
Examples
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docker system prune --helpOriginal command context
The original docker system prune example is included for context. Review all parameters before using it in production.
docker system pruneCommon errors
The subcommand or flag is not recognized
Check the installed Docker or kubectl version and use the parent command with --help to locate the supported syntax.