Romit Palit
State University of New York
Buffalo Getzville, NY 14068
United States
Dr Reeta Mishra
IILM University
Greater Noida, India
Abstract
In the evolving landscape of subscription-based services, effective data deletion mechanisms are critical for safeguarding user privacy and ensuring regulatory compliance. This paper examines the technical and operational frameworks that underpin secure data removal, addressing both the immediate deletion of active user profiles and the challenges associated with eradicating residual data from backups and distributed storage systems. By exploring encryption-based deletion, anonymization techniques, and automated erasure protocols, the study highlights best practices and identifies potential vulnerabilities within current systems. Moreover, the analysis integrates a review of emerging legal standards and industry-specific policies to underscore the necessity for a balanced approach that aligns technical rigor with compliance mandates. Ultimately, this research contributes to a deeper understanding of how robust deletion mechanisms can mitigate data retention risks and enhance trust in subscription-based platforms, providing actionable insights for developers, policymakers, and cybersecurity professionals.
Keywords
Data deletion, subscription-based services, secure erasure protocols, user privacy, regulatory compliance, automated deletion, backup management, distributed storage, encryption techniques, anonymization methods.
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