At Desh Ki Khabar, we respect your right to control your personal data. This Data Deletion Policy explains how you can request deletion of your account and associated data, what data gets deleted, what data may be retained, and the timeline for deletion.
1. Your Right to Delete Your Data
You have the right to request deletion of your personal data at any time. We provide multiple methods to make this process simple and transparent.
- Complete account deletion
- Personal data removal
- Clear timeline and process
- Confirmation of deletion
2. Methods to Request Data Deletion
Method 1: In-App Deletion (Recommended)
1 Open the Desh Ki Khabar app
2 Go to Profile → Settings
3 Scroll down and tap "Delete Account"
4 Read the warning message carefully
5 Confirm by tapping "Yes, Delete My Account"
6 You'll receive a confirmation email within 24 hours
Method 2: Email Request
If you cannot access the app, send an email to:
📧 Email: newsdkk@gmail.com
Subject: Data Deletion Request - [Your Email]
Include:
- Your full name
- Email address associated with your account
- Reason for deletion (optional)
- Any additional information to verify your identity
Method 3: Through App Support
- Open the app and go to Settings → Contact Support
- Select "Account Deletion Request"
- Follow the on-screen instructions
3. What Data Gets Deleted
Upon account deletion, the following data will be permanently removed:
| Data Type | Deletion Status |
|---|---|
| Profile Information (Name, Email, Photo) | ✅ Deleted |
| Location Preferences | ✅ Deleted |
| Login Credentials | ✅ Deleted |
| Pending News Posts | ✅ Deleted |
| Rejected News Posts | ✅ Deleted |
| Follow/Follower Lists | ✅ Deleted |
| App Preferences and Settings | ✅ Deleted |
| Device Information | ✅ Deleted |
| Your Identity from Anonymous Posts | ✅ Anonymized |
4. What Data May Be Retained
4.1 Approved News Content
- Your name will be replaced with "Former User" or similar
- Your profile picture will be removed
- No personal information will be attached to the content
- Anonymous posts will remain anonymous
4.2 Legal and Compliance Data
We may retain certain data if required by law:
- Legal Obligations: Data required for compliance with legal, regulatory, tax, or accounting requirements
- Dispute Resolution: Data necessary for resolving ongoing disputes or legal claims
- Security & Fraud Prevention: Minimal data to prevent fraud and maintain platform security
- Retention Period: Such data is kept only for the legally required period
4.3 Anonymized Analytics
- Aggregated, anonymized usage statistics may be retained
- This data cannot be linked back to you personally
- Used only for improving app performance and features
5. Deletion Timeline
| Action | Timeline |
|---|---|
| Request Received | Immediate |
| Identity Verification | Within 24 hours |
| Account Deactivation | Within 24-48 hours |
| Personal Data Deletion | Within 7 days |
| Complete Deletion from Backups | Within 30 days |
| Deletion Confirmation Email | Within 30 days |
6. What Happens After Deletion
⚠️ Immediate Effects:
- You will be logged out of all devices
- You cannot log back in with your account
- Your profile will no longer be visible to other users
- You will stop receiving all notifications
- Your pending news posts will be deleted
- Other users will no longer see you in their follower/following lists
Approved News Content
- Approved news posts will show "Former User" instead of your name
- Content remains accessible for community and archival purposes
- No personal information is linked to these posts
7. Before You Delete - Important Considerations
⚠️ Please Note:
- Irreversible: Account deletion is permanent and cannot be undone
- Data Recovery: Once deleted, we cannot recover your account or data
- New Account: You can create a new account, but previous data will not be restored
- Published Content: Approved news posts may remain visible (anonymized)
- Active Reports: If you have active reports or violations, deletion may be delayed
8. Alternatives to Full Deletion
If you're not ready for permanent deletion, consider these alternatives:
8.1 Temporary Deactivation
- Temporarily hide your profile without deleting data
- Can be reactivated anytime
- Your content remains but is not visible
8.2 Delete Specific Content
- Delete individual news posts (pending or rejected only)
- Remove profile picture or information
- Unfollow users
8.3 Privacy Settings
- Make your profile private
- Control who can follow you
- Manage notification preferences
9. Verification Process
To protect your account security, we verify deletion requests:
- You must be logged into the account you want to delete
- For email requests, we verify the email matches your account
- We may ask security questions or send a verification code
- Requests from unauthorized parties will be denied
10. Third-Party Data
Please note:
- Google Account: Deleting your Desh Ki Khabar account does not delete your Google account
- Firebase: Data stored in Firebase will be deleted according to this policy
- External Shares: If you shared news content on external platforms (social media), that content is governed by those platforms' policies
11. Children's Data
If you are a parent or guardian requesting deletion of a minor's data:
- Email us at: datadeletion@deshkikhabar.com
- Provide proof of guardianship
- We will process the request with priority
- Timeline: Within 48 hours for minors' data
12. Data Deletion for Banned Accounts
- If your account was banned for violations, you can still request data deletion
- Some data may be retained longer for security and legal purposes
- Contact support for specific guidance
13. Confirmation and Follow-Up
After processing your deletion request:
- You will receive an email confirmation within 24 hours acknowledging your request
- A final confirmation email will be sent within 30 days once deletion is complete
- If you don't receive confirmation, contact us at datadeletion@deshkikhabar.com
14. Reactivation After Deletion
Grace Period: You have 7 days to cancel your deletion request
- Log back into the app within 7 days
- You'll see a prompt to cancel deletion
- After 7 days, deletion becomes permanent and irreversible
15. Questions or Concerns
Need Help? Contact Us:
📧 Data Deletion: newsdkk@gmail.com
📱 In-App Support: Settings → Contact Support
Response Time: Within 48 hours
16. Your Data Protection Rights
In addition to deletion, you have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of your data
- Correction: Update incorrect personal information
- Portability: Export your data in a common format
- Restriction: Limit how we use your data
- Objection: Object to certain data processing activities
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@deshkikhabar.com
17. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Data Deletion Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make changes:
- The "Last Updated" date will be revised
- Significant changes will be communicated via email or in-app notification
- Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance