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Request data export or deletion

3 min read · Jan 22, 2026
Quick Answer

Contact support to request data export or deletion. We process requests within 30 days per GDPR requirements. Specify whether you want export, deletion, or both.

Your data rights

You have the right to:

  • Export your data in a portable format
  • Delete your data from our systems
  • Both export first, then delete

These rights apply to both recruiters and developers.

For recruiters

What can be exported

  • Account information
  • Job listings you created
  • Candidate briefs you received
  • Screening question data
  • Activity history

What can be deleted

  • Your account and profile
  • Your organization (if owner)
  • Job listings and associated data
  • Your activity history

What may be retained

Some data may be kept for:

  • Legal and compliance requirements
  • Financial/audit records
  • Fraud prevention
  • Legitimate business interests

We will explain any retained data.

For developers

Developers can request through daily.dev directly. If you are a developer, use the daily.dev platform settings or contact daily.dev support.

How to request

Step 1: Contact support

Email: support@daily.dev

Subject: "Data Export Request" or "Data Deletion Request"

Include:

  • Your name
  • Email associated with your account
  • What you are requesting (export, deletion, or both)
  • Any specific data you want included/excluded

Step 2: Identity verification

We will verify you are the account owner:

  • Confirmation email to your registered address
  • May request additional verification for security
  • This protects your data from unauthorized requests

Step 3: Processing

  • Timeline: Within 30 days (GDPR requirement)
  • Complex requests: May take longer with notice
  • Updates: We will keep you informed of progress

Step 4: Delivery

For export:

  • Data provided in standard format (JSON, CSV)
  • Secure download link
  • Explanation of data included

For deletion:

  • Confirmation when complete
  • Notice of any retained data and why

Export format

Exported data includes:

  • Structured data in JSON/CSV
  • Human-readable format
  • Documentation of fields
  • Secure access

Deletion process

When you request deletion:

  1. We disable the account
  2. Delete personal data from active systems
  3. Remove from backups (on backup rotation)
  4. Confirm completion

Exceptions to deletion

Some data may be retained:

Data type Retention reason
Financial records Tax/audit requirements
Anonymized analytics No personal data
Legal holds Litigation or investigation
Fraud prevention Security purposes

Retained data is minimized and explained.

After deletion

Account gone

  • Cannot log in anymore
  • Jobs are removed
  • Profile is deleted
  • History is purged

Data with others

  • Candidates you connected with may have your info
  • They control their copies
  • Introductions already made cannot be undone

Reversibility

Deletion is permanent. If you might want the account again:

  • Export data first
  • Consider deactivation instead
  • Contact us before proceeding

Timeline summary

Request type Processing time
Export only Up to 30 days
Deletion only Up to 30 days
Export + deletion Up to 30 days total
Complex requests May be extended with notice

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

We process requests within 30 days per GDPR requirements. Most requests complete faster. Complex requests may require an extension with notice.

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