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PVC Policy

This page outlines the policies governing the Persistent Volume Claims (PVCs) associated with data challenges. Please review these guidelines to ensure that you manage your stored work effectively.

⚠ Note: This policy applies only to PVCs associated with data challenges. User storage (such as personal directories or long-term storage) is not affected by these retention rules.

1. PVC Retention Policy After Inactivity

  • Each time any member of your group accesses the PVC, the inactivity timer is reset. Your PVC will remain active as long as there is access within a 60-day window.

  • If no activity is detected for 50 consecutive days, all group members will receive an email reminder to either access the PVC to reset the timer or back up any important files.

  • After 60 days of inactivity, the PVC and all associated storage will be automatically deleted. Data recovery will not be possible after this point.

2. PVC Storage Capacity Notification Policy

  • When your group’s PVC reaches 90% of its storage capacity, all group members will receive an email notification prompting you to free up space by removing or backing up unnecessary files.

  • If you require additional storage, please contact the support team to request an increase. Storage expansion is subject to availability and approval.

3. PVC Access in Case of an Unexpected Data Challenge Deletion

  • If a data challenge is abruptly deleted by the challenge host, an email notification will be sent to you.
  • You will have a 24-hour window to retrieve your data before the PVC is permanently deleted.
  • It is recommended that you back up important work regularly to avoid data loss in such scenarios.

4. PVC Access Upon Leaving a Data Challenge

  • If you voluntarily leave a data challenge or are removed from it, you will immediately lose access to your PVC.
  • The PVC will remain accessible only to active participants of the challenge.
  • If you need to retain your data, ensure you download or back up your work before leaving the challenge.

Best Practices for Managing Your PVC - Check Email Notifications – Pay attention to emails regarding data retention timelines. - Retrieve Work Promptly – Make sure to download important files before the retention period expires.

Important Reminder

  • Once a PVC is deleted, recovery is not possible. Please ensure you take appropriate steps to safeguard your data.
  • User storage (e.g., personal home directories or other long-term storage) is not affected by this policy and will remain accessible.