Data retention
How long we keep data
This page explains the retention controls implemented by DogSphere and the operator-approved schedule for other data categories.
Implemented retention controls
These controls are enforced by the service today:
| Data category | Retention period | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Account-linked recent place views | 90 days after the last view | Keeps recent-place history useful without retaining it indefinitely. |
| Browser-only recent place views | 90 days after the last view | Provides the same short-lived browsing convenience without an account. |
| Place comparison choices | Until you clear them | A saved comparison is a user-selected preference. |
Operator-approved schedule
The operator-specific retention schedule has not yet been published for this deployment. It must be approved before public launch; this page intentionally does not invent retention periods for accounts, contributions, backups, or infrastructure logs.
Deletion requests and exceptions
A signed-in account holder can download account data and request account deletion from the account area. Deletion can be limited where content has already been published, a legal obligation applies, a dispute is unresolved, or a security/audit record must be retained. Backups may take additional time to age out under the approved schedule.