What occurs when a NetApp Cloud Sync relationship is deleted?

When a NetApp Cloud Sync relationship is deleted, the data that has been synchronized to the target remains unchanged. This means that all files and data that were transferred during the synchronization process still reside on the target storage location and are accessible as they were prior to the deletion of the relationship.

The deletion of the relationship essentially terminates the synchronization process, but it doesn't impact the existing data that was already transferred to the target. Users can continue to use or interact with the data stored at the target without any modifications or deletions occurring due to the relationship being removed. This functionality is particularly beneficial because it allows for the continued use of the target data without the need to re-establish a connection or synchronize again immediately after a relationship is deleted.

Understanding this behavior is critical for planning data management and backup strategies when using cloud services, as it ensures data integrity and availability even when synchronization relationships change.