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@kanelatechnical kanelatechnical commented Jan 11, 2026

Create new documentation for moving nodes between Spaces without complete removal.

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  • docs/learn/unclaim-reclaim-node.md (new)
  • docs/.map/map.csv (map entry added)

Summary by cubic

Added a guide for unclaiming and reclaiming nodes to move agents between Spaces without removing them. Updated the docs map to publish it under Netdata Cloud.

  • New Features
    • Step-by-step unclaim for Linux and Docker, with restart note.
    • Reclaim options: kickstart, config file, env vars.
    • Verification and troubleshooting tips (corrected log path and connection check).
    • Links to removal guide, reconnect agent, and token generation.

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No issues found across 2 files

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ilyam8 commented Jan 11, 2026

@kanelatechnical wrong map.csv changes

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@ilyam8 ughh there were conflicts, and I was uncertain what to choose, so I chose to accept both. Do you advise deleting and editing again?

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ilyam8 commented Jan 11, 2026

Your PR adds 324 lines to map.csv. You need to undo all changes to that file and add only line - the new file.

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did it but I am afraid to resolve @ilyam8

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Pull request overview

This PR adds comprehensive documentation for moving Netdata nodes between Spaces using the unclaim and reclaim process, providing an alternative to permanent node removal.

Changes:

  • Added new guide explaining the difference between unclaiming/reclaiming vs removing nodes
  • Documented unclaim procedures for both Linux and Docker installations
  • Provided three reclaim options: kickstart script, configuration file, and environment variables

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@ilyam8 ilyam8 force-pushed the docs/unclaim-reclaim-node-guide branch from 68eaea7 to 8242a78 Compare January 11, 2026 19:36
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ilyam8 commented Jan 12, 2026

@kanelatechnical Have you tried following this guide to unclaim/claim a node? Was it successful?

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restart after sudo rm -rf /var/lib/netdata/cloud.d/

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var/log substituted by deamon/log

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Ancairon commented Jan 14, 2026

Guys, I think this has some duplicate info, with https://learn.netdata.cloud/docs/netdata-cloud/connect-agent#reconnect-agent. Ideally we would make that section point to a link if we add this as a page.

@kanelatechnical kanelatechnical force-pushed the docs/unclaim-reclaim-node-guide branch from 5d59c72 to db05c54 Compare January 15, 2026 10:41
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1 issue found across 1 file (changes from recent commits).

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<file name="docs/learn/unclaim-reclaim-node.md">

<violation number="1" location="docs/learn/unclaim-reclaim-node.md:110">
P3: Indent “or:” to keep it in the nested list under “Review agent logs using:”. As written, it becomes a top‑level bullet and breaks the list structure.</violation>
</file>

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stelfrag previously approved these changes Jan 20, 2026
Create new documentation for moving nodes between Spaces without complete removal.

Changes:
- Add docs/learn/unclaim-reclaim-node.md - guide for unclaiming and reclaiming nodes
- Update map.csv - register new doc under Netdata Cloud section

The new guide clarifies:
- Difference between unclaim/reclaim vs complete node removal
- Step-by-step unclaim process (Linux and Docker)
- Step-by-step reclaim process (multiple options)
- Cross-link to complete removal guide
- Add note in Prerequisites pointing to Regenerate Claiming Token section
- Note clarifies that Space Administrator access is required
@ilyam8 ilyam8 force-pushed the docs/unclaim-reclaim-node-guide branch from 75ca1c5 to 67c7efa Compare January 20, 2026 15:49
@ilyam8 ilyam8 merged commit dfa923c into master Jan 20, 2026
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@ilyam8 ilyam8 deleted the docs/unclaim-reclaim-node-guide branch January 20, 2026 15:52
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