# Burn / Redeem

Burning destroys units of an asset and removes them from circulation, for example when an authorised participant redeems for fiat. A vault burns tokens from its own balance.

> Part of the SQRL documentation, section "SQRL Enterprise".
> Rendered page: https://docs.sqrl.tech/enterprise/movements/burn-redeem

**Required permissions:** Burn tokens (`BURN_TOKENS`).

**Prerequisites:** The vault holds enough of the asset, and Bitcoin for fees.

1. Open **Movements** and select **New Movement**, or select **Burn** on the asset page.
2. **Movement type**: select **Burn / Redeem**.
3. **Source and destination**: select the vault holding the tokens.
4. **Amount and asset**: select the asset and enter the amount.
5. **Review and submit**: select **Submit Movement**.

When the vault's threshold is met, the burn is broadcast. The asset's total supply falls by the amount burned.

To remove tokens from a holder who is subject to a legal order, use a [clawback](/enterprise/assets/enforcement) instead.