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Retention Policy
Data Management
Rules for when data is kept and deleted.
Definition
A retention policy is a set of rules that says how long different types of data are kept.
In plain English
Rules for when data is kept and deleted.
Why this matters
Why it matters: Clear rules prevent “keep everything forever,” which is bad for privacy.
Example
Example: Customer support chats are deleted after 12 months unless needed for a legal reason.