Cursor keeps your data for as long as needed to run the service and meet legal obligations, with no specific timeframes stated. Some data not visible in your history may still be retained for safety and monitoring purposes.
This analysis describes what Cursor's agreement states, permits, or reserves. It does not constitute a legal determination about enforceability. Regulatory applicability and practical outcomes may vary by jurisdiction, enforcement context, and individual circumstances. Read our methodology
The policy discloses that certain interactions not visible in a user's history may be retained for safety and system monitoring purposes, meaning the absence of data in a user's visible history does not confirm that data has been deleted.
Interpretive note: Specific retention periods are not stated for any data category; whether the qualitative description satisfies GDPR Article 13/14 or CCPA disclosure requirements depends on regulatory interpretation.
Retention periods are not specified numerically in this policy; the document states retention depends on purpose, sensitivity, and legal requirements. Data not appearing in a user's history may still be retained for safety and monitoring purposes.
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"Anysphere retains your personal data only for as long as necessary to operate the Service effectively and to support legitimate business needs such as legal compliance, safety, dispute resolution, and enforcement of our agreements. The appropriate retention period varies depending on the purpose for which the personal data was collected, its sensitivity, potential risks associated with its use or exposure, and any applicable legal requirements. Your settings may also influence how long we keep certain types of data. For instance, some temporary interactions with the Service may not appear in your history and could be stored for a limited duration for purposes related to safety and system monitoring.Excerpt from Cursor's Privacy Policy
(1) REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: This provision engages GDPR Article 5(1)(e) storage limitation principle, which requires that personal data be kept no longer than necessary for the stated purpose.
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The policy discloses that certain interactions not visible in a user's history may be retained for safety and system monitoring purposes, meaning the absence of data in a user's visible history does not confirm that data has been deleted.
Retention periods are not specified numerically in this policy; the document states retention depends on purpose, sensitivity, and legal requirements. Data not appearing in a user's history may still be retained for safety and monitoring purposes.
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