# How can I clean unused Docker containers from my /home/ivm/?

**Problem:** Over time, stopped Docker containers accumulate in `/home/ivm/` and can eventually fill the directory completely.

**Solution:** Periodically remove stopped containers that are no longer in use by running the following command in your terminal:

`docker container prune`

After running this command, **restart your IVM** — optionally with a larger home directory size if needed.


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