Square retains your personal and financial data for a period after you close your account, citing legal, regulatory, and business purposes.
This analysis describes what Square'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
Closing your Square account does not immediately delete your data; Square may retain your financial records and personal information for extended periods.
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Compare across platforms →Extended post-closure data retention must be justified under applicable legal bases including GLBA record-keeping requirements and state financial regulations; compliance teams should assess whether retention periods are proportionate and documented in data retention schedules.
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Closing your Square account does not immediately delete your data; Square may retain your financial records and personal information for extended periods.
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