Our Data Retention Commitment
At Aevum News, we collect and retain only what is necessary to deliver, improve, and secure our journalistic services. We adhere to the principles of data minimization and storage limitation under GDPR, CCPA, and other applicable data protection frameworks.
⚖️ Core Principle
We never retain personal data indefinitely. Every category of data has a predefined retention period tied to its purpose, legal obligation, or user preference. Once the period expires, data is permanently deleted or irreversibly anonymized.
Retention Schedule by Data Category
| Data Category | Purpose | Retention Period | Legal/Policy Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| User Account Data | Authentication, preferences, profile management | Active + 24 months post-deactivation | Contractual necessity, legitimate interest |
| Comments & User-Generated Content | Community engagement, moderation, archival | Indefinite while published | Freedom of expression, editorial archive |
| Subscription & Payment Records | Billing, refunds, tax compliance, fraud prevention | 7 years post-transaction | Financial regulations, tax law |
| Analytics & Usage Data | Site performance, content optimization, traffic analysis | 13 months (auto-expire) | Legitimate interest, aggregated/anonymized |
| Newsletter & Marketing Preferences | Email delivery, preference management, opt-out processing | Until unsubscribed + 12 months | Consent, GDPR/CCPA marketing rules | r>
| Support & Inquiry Logs | Ticket resolution, quality assurance, user assistance | 12 months post-resolution | Service improvement, legal defense |
| Law Enforcement & Legal Requests | Compliance with court orders, subpoenas, regulatory audits | Per statutory requirement | Legal obligation, national security |
Your Rights Over Retained Data
You maintain full control over your information. Regardless of our retention schedules, you may exercise the following rights at any time:
Data Portability
Request a complete, machine-readable export of all personal data we hold about you.
Request Export →Right to Erasure
Request permanent deletion of your account and associated data before standard retention expires.
Delete My Data →Correction & Update
Modify inaccurate or outdated information to ensure our records reflect your current details.
Update Profile →Regulatory Compliance
Our retention practices are continuously audited to meet international data protection standards. We maintain alignment with:
Questions About Data Retention?
Our Data Protection Office is available to clarify retention periods, process requests, or assist with compliance inquiries.
Contact Privacy Team