Slack Plans to Erase Data Soon

Slack has announced that it will begin deleting content for users on its free subscription tier starting next week. Users are urged to save their messages and files within the next week, as the new policy will remove all files and messages older than one year. Under the updated rules, only the last 90 days of messages and files will be retained for free users, while access to the remaining 275 days will require an upgrade to a premium subscription. The company is encouraging users to consider a paid subscription to safeguard their content at risk of deletion. For those who prefer to remain on the free plan, Slack allows users to export their currently stored data, although this data will not be accessible through the app. Users can retain files and messages beyond the 90-day window, but they will only be retrievable if a premium subscription is purchased. Slack will store this content for a maximum of 365 days. In a statement, Slack emphasized that users who do not upgrade to a paid subscription after their trial period will have their workspace data subject to the deletion policy for free accounts. Additionally, users may qualify for a discount through the Slack for Charities program as an alternative to upgrading. The company has also reiterated its commitment to maintaining a community focused on open and thoughtful conversations, urging users to adhere to its community guidelines.