Data Deletion Policy

Data Retention:

• Purpose-based retention:

  The Pettit Research Project will retain user data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected, including providing our services, complying with legal obligations, and resolving disputes.
• Specific retention periods:

  Depending on the type of data, specific retention periods may apply, which will be clearly communicated to users where relevant.

• User access and control:

  Users can access and manage their personal data through their account settings, including the option to request deletion of their data where applicable.
• Deletion process:

  Upon receiving a valid deletion request, we will take reasonable steps to delete the relevant data within a reasonable timeframe, considering technical limitations.

• Legal obligations: We may be required to retain certain data to comply with legal obligations, such as court orders or regulatory requirements.
• Fraud prevention: Data may be retained to prevent fraud or abuse of our services.
• System backups: Certain data may be retained in backup systems for a limited period for technical reasons.

• Contact details:

  To submit a data deletion request, please contact The Pettit Research Project.
  
• Verification required:

  We may ask for verification of identity before processing a deletion request.

• Modifications: We may update this data deletion policy from time to time. Any significant changes will be communicated to users through appropriate channels.