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# Managing Targets

Within the Halo Security dashboard, you can easily add, delete, or archive targets.

## Adding Targets

You can add discovered targets from the [Assets section](https://app.halosecurity.com/user/security/discovery/list&\&type=1) or manually add IP addresses or hosts on the [add targets page](https://app.halosecurity.com/user/security/targets/add).

## Deleting Targets

From the [Targets list](https://app.halosecurity.com/user/security/targets/list), you can use the Select tool (pencil icon) to bulk-select targets, then click **Delete** from the contextual menu. You can also delete targets individually from the target's settings page.

{% hint style="warning" %}
Deleting targets permanently removes all scan history and collected data from your account. This action cannot be undone.
{% endhint %}

## Archiving Targets

From the [Targets list](https://app.halosecurity.com/user/security/targets/list), you can use the Select tool (pencil icon) to bulk-select targets and then click **Archive** from the contextual menu. You can also archive targets individually from the target's settings page.

Archiving targets can help retain important historical data for targets that no longer need active scanning.

Archived targets:

* Do **not** receive additional scanning.
* Do **not** show up in most reports.
* Do **not** use any target licensing.
* Are included in historical risk scores and reports.
* Retain historical scan data for reference.

## Unarchiving Targets

You can easily unarchive a target by visiting *Settings →* [Archived Targets](https://app.halosecurity.com/user/security/archive/). Use the pencil icon to select targets, then select **Unarchive Checked.** You can also unarchive a target on its settings page.


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