Finalizers on Support Toolshttps://support.tools/tags/finalizers/Recent content in Finalizers on Support ToolsHugoen-USTue, 03 Dec 2024 21:00:00 -0500Rancher and CAPI Finalizers: Managing Kubernetes Clusters Effectivelyhttps://support.tools/rancher-capi-finalizers/Tue, 03 Dec 2024 21:00:00 -0500https://support.tools/rancher-capi-finalizers/<p>Rancher and Cluster API (CAPI) are powerful tools for managing Kubernetes clusters, from provisioning to lifecycle management. Both frameworks rely heavily on <strong>finalizers</strong> to coordinate resource cleanup and ensure that no dangling dependencies or orphaned infrastructure remain after a resource is deleted. In this post, we’ll explore how Rancher and CAPI use finalizers, what happens during cluster deletion, common pitfalls, and best practices for handling stuck finalizers.</p>