What does nylas audit logs clear do?
The nylas audit logs clear command permanently deletes all stored audit log entries. This is destructive and cannot be undone. Export logs first with nylas audit export if you need a backup. Use --force to skip the interactive confirmation prompt in automation scripts.
Usage
nylas audit logs clear [--force]Flags
| Flag | Description |
|---|---|
| --json | Output as JSON |
| --no-color | Disable color output |
| --verbose(-v) | Enable verbose output |
| --config | Custom config file path |
| --help(-h) | Show help for the command |
| --limit | Limit results (most list commands) |
| --yes(-y) | Skip confirmations |
| --force | Skip confirmation prompt |
Examples
Interactive clear (with confirmation)
nylas audit logs clearExport before clearing
nylas audit export -o audit-backup.json
nylas audit logs clear --forceExample output
This will remove all audit log files. Configuration is preserved.
? Continue? Yes
✓ Cleared 4 audit log file(s)Troubleshooting
Logs not clearing
Check file permissions on the audit log directory. Use `nylas audit config show` to find the log path.
Related commands
nylas audit config set
Set an audit configuration value. Valid keys: retention_days, max_size_mb, rotate_daily, compress_old, log_request_id, log_api_details.
nylas audit config show
Show the current audit configuration, including log path, retention, rotation, and compression settings.
nylas audit export
Export audit logs to JSON or CSV for compliance, analysis, or backup.
nylas audit init
Initialize audit logging for the Nylas CLI. Creates the log directory, default configuration, and optionally enables logging immediately.
nylas audit logs disable
Disable audit logging. Stops recording CLI activity to the audit log file.
nylas audit logs enable
Enable audit logging. Records all CLI activity to a local log file for compliance and debugging.
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Run nylas audit logs clear --help for full help output.