How to delete data from 23AndMe: instructions after bankruptcy
25 march 2025 в 20:13
Popular genetic testing company 23AndMe has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the US Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Missouri, and now users are wondering what to do with their data. Since many are advised to delete their genetic data, people are asking how to do so.
«Confidentiality and the data of our users are important aspects in any transaction, and we remain committed to the confidentiality of our users and transparency with our clients regarding the management of their data», - the company said in a public statement. «As part of this process, we will be seeking a partner who shares our commitment to customer data confidentiality».
Read on to learn more about 23AndMe's bankruptcy and how to delete your stored genetic data from the company.
23AndMe is a genetic testing company that offers detailed DNA analysis, including ancestry and health and intelligence information. Customers purchase a testing kit, which collects a saliva sample to be sent to 23AndMe's laboratory. The company then analyzes the DNA from the sample and creates personalized digital reports for the customer.
23AndMe did not recommend customers to delete their data, but several other sources have. According to Wirecutter, all 23AndMe users should delete their genetic data from the platform as soon as possible. There is a possibility that the data will be transferred to any other company if 23AndMe is acquired.
23AndMe stated on their website: «If at any time you are no longer interested in participating in our services, you can delete your 23AndMe account directly in your account settings».
Below are instructions for deleting your 23AndMe data:
23AndMe filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after its data breach in 2023 and in the face of reduced demand for genetic testing, according to Reuters.
Hackers previously gained access and exposed data of 7 million customers over a five-month period, which affected 23AndMe's reputation
«Confidentiality and the data of our users are important aspects in any transaction, and we remain committed to the confidentiality of our users and transparency with our clients regarding the management of their data», - the company said in a public statement. «As part of this process, we will be seeking a partner who shares our commitment to customer data confidentiality».
Read on to learn more about 23AndMe's bankruptcy and how to delete your stored genetic data from the company.
23AndMe is a genetic testing company that offers detailed DNA analysis, including ancestry and health and intelligence information. Customers purchase a testing kit, which collects a saliva sample to be sent to 23AndMe's laboratory. The company then analyzes the DNA from the sample and creates personalized digital reports for the customer.
23AndMe did not recommend customers to delete their data, but several other sources have. According to Wirecutter, all 23AndMe users should delete their genetic data from the platform as soon as possible. There is a possibility that the data will be transferred to any other company if 23AndMe is acquired.
23AndMe stated on their website: «If at any time you are no longer interested in participating in our services, you can delete your 23AndMe account directly in your account settings».
Below are instructions for deleting your 23AndMe data:
23AndMe filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after its data breach in 2023 and in the face of reduced demand for genetic testing, according to Reuters.
Hackers previously gained access and exposed data of 7 million customers over a five-month period, which affected 23AndMe's reputation
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