How to Extract Data and Delete a Location in T.M.A.S.

Overview

When a location is closing, relocating, or no longer using a device, you can extract (download) the data first and then delete the location to avoid unnecessary data storage or billing.

This article, with a video below, walks you through both steps.

Step 1: Extract (Download) Data for a Location

Before deleting a location, make sure you download all the data you want to keep. Once a location is deleted, data cannot be recovered.

To extract data:

1. Select the Location you want to extract data from.
2. Navigate to Analytics>Reports
3. Select the date range for the data you want to export
4. Choose the “Data Export” report
5. Put a checkmark on all criteria and then click on “Submit"
6. An Excel file will be produced, and saved to your computer or internal storage system.

Step 2: Delete a Location from T.M.A.S.

Once your data has been successfully extracted, you can safely delete the location.

To delete a location:

1. In T.M.A.S., go to Administration> Manage Locations.
2. Select the location you wish to remove
3. Confirm that:
   1. All required data has been extracted
   2. Devices are no longer installed at this location
4. Click Delete Location.
5. Confirm the deletion when prompted.

⚠️ Important:

Deleting a location permanently removes all associated data.

This action cannot be undone.