Data Deletion Request

Request deletion of your personal data from our platform

Your Right to Data Deletion

Under applicable privacy laws and our commitment to your privacy, you have the right to request deletion of your personal data from our CivicHQ platform.

What Data Will Be Deleted

When you request data deletion, we will remove:

  • Account Information: Your profile, name, email address, and authentication data
  • Content: Articles, comments, and media you have created
  • Activity Data: Login history, usage statistics, and interaction records
  • Social Connections: Links to Google and Facebook accounts

What Data May Be Retained

Some data may be retained for legitimate purposes:

  • Legal Requirements: Data required by law or community regulations
  • Public Records: Information that is part of public civic records
  • Anonymized Data: Statistical data that cannot identify you

How to Request Data Deletion

If You Have an Account

If you're logged in, you can request deletion directly:

Login with Google or Login with Facebook to request deletion.

Contact Us Directly

If you don't have an account or prefer to contact us directly:

Processing Timeline

What to Expect
  • Confirmation: We'll confirm receipt within 24 hours
  • Verification: We may need to verify your identity
  • Processing: Deletion will be completed within 30 days
  • Confirmation: We'll notify you when deletion is complete

Alternative Options

Before requesting complete deletion, consider these alternatives:

  • Account Deactivation: Temporarily disable your account while keeping your data
  • Content Removal: Delete specific articles or media while keeping your account
  • Privacy Settings: Adjust your privacy settings to limit data sharing
Important Notice

Data deletion is permanent and cannot be undone. Once your data is deleted, you will lose access to all your content, articles, and community contributions. Please consider this carefully before proceeding.