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Account Deletion and Data Removal

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This analysis describes what Windsurf'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

ConductAtlas Analysis

Why it matters (compliance & governance perspective)

This provision establishes the operational framework governing how user-initiated account termination and data removal are handled, defining the company's obligations and procedures when users exercise this request.

Interpretive note: The full text of the account deletion section was not available in the provided document excerpt, so the scope of data deleted and any retention exceptions cannot be confirmed from the document text.

Consumer impact (what this means for users)

Under this clause, users may initiate account deletion, which triggers Windsurf's data removal procedures as specified in the terms. The provision defines what data is removed, timelines for removal, and any conditions or limitations on the deletion process.

How other platforms handle this

WhatsApp Medium

We store information until it is no longer necessary to provide our services and WhatsApp Products, or until your account is deleted or becomes inactive, whichever comes first. This is a case-by-case determination that depends on things like the nature of the information, why it is collected and pro...

State Farm Medium

Some operating system developers, such as Apple, allow mobile application users to request deletion of accounts created within an application. If you request deletion of your account, State Farm may still retain your information for legal, auditing, regulatory and business purposes. Retention period...

X Medium

If you follow the instructions here, your account will be deactivated and your data will be queued for deletion. When deactivated, your X account, including your display name, username, and public profile, will no longer be viewable on X.com, X for iOS, and X for Android. For up to 30 days after dea...

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▸ View Original Clause Language DOCUMENT RECORD
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Account Deletion

— Excerpt from Windsurf's Windsurf Security & Data Handling

Applicable regulations

CCPA/CPRA
California, USA
GDPR
European Union
Indiana Consumer Data Protection Act
US-IN

Provision details

Document information
Document
Windsurf Security & Data Handling
Entity
Windsurf
Document last updated
May 11, 2026
Tracking information
First tracked
May 11, 2026
Last verified
May 12, 2026
Record ID
CA-P-010670
Document ID
CA-D-00783
Evidence Provenance
Source URL
Wayback Machine
Content hash (SHA-256)
712fafa072f4ddaa82cb418bf6718dcc9783559af0681efa6fe16d44b530e852
Analysis generated
May 11, 2026 12:52 UTC
Methodology
Evidence
✓ Snapshot stored   ✓ Hash verified
Citation Record
Entity: Windsurf
Document: Windsurf Security & Data Handling
Record ID: CA-P-010670
Captured: 2026-05-11 12:52:11 UTC
SHA-256: 712fafa072f4ddaa…
URL: https://conductatlas.com/platform/windsurf/windsurf-security-data-handling/account-deletion-and-data-removal/
Accessed: May 20, 2026
Permanent archival reference. Stable identifier suitable for legal filings, compliance documentation, and research citation.
Classification
Severity
Low
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Windsurf's Account Deletion and Data Removal clause do?

This provision establishes the operational framework governing how user-initiated account termination and data removal are handled, defining the company's obligations and procedures when users exercise this request.

How does this clause affect you?

Under this clause, users may initiate account deletion, which triggers Windsurf's data removal procedures as specified in the terms. The provision defines what data is removed, timelines for removal, and any conditions or limitations on the deletion process.

How many platforms have this type of clause?

ConductAtlas has identified this type of provision across 1 platforms. See the full comparison.

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