autodeleting

Removes itself eventually

Autodeleting describes files, messages, or data programmed to erase themselves after a set time or condition: The app's autodeleting messages disappear after 24 hours.

The feature appeals to privacy-conscious users and appears in messaging apps, temporary file systems, and email services.

Also auto-deleting.

ephemeral

ephemeral

Lasting very briefly

fleeting · momentary · impermanent · evanescent · temporary · short-lived · volatile · passing · brief · disposable

messaging

Snapchat

Disappearing multimedia messenger

disappearing messages · timed · expiry · retention · TTL · privacy

files

cache

Concealed storage spot

  • recycle binSorting container for reprocessing
  • trashDiscarded worthless material
  • purgeEliminate unwanted elements

cleanup · scheduled · logs · browser history · cookies

security

encryption

Converting data into code

sanitize · shredder · redaction · expungement · data protection · GDPR · compliance · sensitive data · unrecoverable

Opposites
data persistence

autodeletingpermanent

Fixed without end

persistent · autosaving · archiving · preserved · retained

Family

delete, auto, automobile, deleted, deletion, deleting, deletes, undelete, autodidact

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Used worldwide · Timeless · Rated G