Data Retention
Last updated: August 21, 2026
This Data Retention policy explains how long WeatherGeekz retains different types of data.
Account Data
Your account information is retained for as long as your account is active. If you request account deletion, we will remove your account data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.
Posts and Content
Your posts, comments, and shared content are retained for as long as your account is active. When you delete a post or comment, it is removed from the platform and may be permanently deleted from our backups within 90 days.
Messages
Direct messages are retained for as long as your account is active. You may delete individual messages at any time. Deleted messages are removed from our systems within 90 days.
Group and Storm Room Data
Group memberships and storm room participation records are retained while the group or room is active. Closed storm rooms and their associated data may be deleted after 90 days.
Verification Records
Credential verification requests and uploaded documents are retained for the duration of your account. If your verification is denied, documents may be deleted after 180 days.
Payment Records
Payment and subscription records are retained as required by tax and financial regulations, typically 7 years, even after account deletion.
Log Data
Server logs and usage analytics data are retained for up to 12 months for security and operational purposes, after which they are automatically deleted.
Requesting Deletion
You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time. Some data may be retained where required by law or for legitimate business purposes such as fraud prevention.