Request Account & Personal Data Deletion

In compliance with Google Play Store, Apple App Store, and the Indian Digital Personal Data Protection Act, Shadow News users and registered reporters may request deletion of their account and associated personal data.

What Will Be Deleted

Profile data (name, mobile number, email, avatar).
Authentication credentials & active login sessions.
Device FCM notification tokens and alert preferences.
Saved bookmarks, article comments, and interaction history.

Retention for Legal Compliance

News articles previously published publicly by reporters may remain in public archives for journalistic integrity. Financial payout records and statutory tax audit logs may be retained for the period mandated by applicable law.

Account Deletion Form

Please provide the phone number associated with your Shadow News account.

Registered Mobile Number *

The 10-digit mobile number you used to sign in via OTP or Truecaller.

Email Address (Optional)

Used to send you a confirmation copy of your deletion receipt.

Account Type

Deletion Scope

Delete Entire Account & All Personal Data (Recommended)

Completely deactivates your account, wipes personal details, device tokens, bookmarks, and session history.

Clear App Activity & Interaction History Only

Keeps login profile active but removes all comments, bookmarks, and personalized recommendations.

Reason for Deletion (Optional feedback)

I understand that once processed, my personal account details cannot be recovered. If I wish to use Shadow News in the future, a new account will need to be registered.

By submitting, you agree to the terms in our Privacy Policy. Requests are processed within statutory timelines (typically 30 days).