Episode 27 — Data Retention and Disposal: Lifecycle, Archiving, and Legal Holds

Data has a lifecycle, and managing it responsibly is critical for privacy compliance. This episode covers retention schedules that specify how long data must be kept, archival practices for historical or legal purposes, and secure disposal methods to prevent unauthorized access. We also explore the role of legal holds, which suspend deletion when litigation or investigations are pending.

Balancing retention requirements with minimization principles is a recurring challenge in privacy practice. By understanding how these rules intersect, you’ll be better prepared for exam questions that test your ability to apply both compliance and operational considerations. Produced by BareMetalCyber.com