Data Recovery Policy

This article covers:

Data request policy

Policy exceptions

Why did Zendesk implement this policy?

Data request policy

We frequently receive requests to manually change, delete, purge, recover, or otherwise alter data in customer accounts. Despite our best intentions, actioning these requests can result in a poor customer experience.

Our policy is that we will not change, delete/purge, or recover any data in a customer's account.

Are there any exceptions to this policy?

There is only one exception to this policy. In situations where the need for manual data management or recovery is caused by Zendesk (e.g. a software bug), we will make all reasonable efforts to return the data to its proper state in your account.

Why did Zendesk implement this policy?

Data management on behalf of the customer requires us to take actions that destroy or alter data and can have unintended long-term consequences. Any error in communication or execution can result in further loss of data. This policy helps us ensure we will not compromise any customer's data.