# Deleted tasks keep reappearing

Un-paused recurring tasks are generally the culprits in this scenario. To solve the issue:

1.  Ensure you’re going ​directly to [focus.nirvanahq.com](https://focus.nirvanahq.com/) or that you’re using the latest version of the app [for Android](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nirvanahq.n3android) or [for iOS](https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/nirvana-for-gtd/id1022913190?).
2.  Do a [search](/help/how-to/search) for the task. If you find its master recurring task, [pause it](/help/how-to/recurring-tasks).
3.  If you don’t find the master recurring task with a search, it’s likely in the trash. [Empty it](/help/how-to/delete-tasks) and it should stop replicating.

**Good to know:** If you want to permanently delete a [recurring task](/help/how-to/recurring-tasks) cycle before its end date, you should first pause it, then move the cycle to the Trash.

If you’ve tried this and you’re still seeing deleted tasks in your lists, please [contact us](https://www.nirvanahq.com/support) with the name of the tasks and where you’re seeing them. We’re eager to help out.
