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Manus to become independent company, requiring data deletion for some users
Key points
- Manus is returning to independent operations.
- Data from some users generated after December 29, 2025, will be deleted.
- Affected users must back up data by August 23, 2026.
- Data restoration will be available from August 25, 2026.
Transition to Independence
Manus is undergoing a transition to operate as an independent company. This change will affect some users globally, particularly concerning data management and regulatory compliance.
Data Deletion and Regulatory Compliance
As part of its return to independent operations and to comply with specific jurisdictional regulatory requirements, Manus will delete data generated by certain users on or after December 29, 2025. This deletion process will occur from August 23 through August 24, 2026 (SGT).
User Actions Required
Affected users are required to back up their data before 7:59 a.m. on August 23, 2026 (SGT). Manus has developed backup and restoration tools to facilitate this process. Data restoration will be possible starting from 8:00 a.m. on August 25, 2026 (SGT). Unaffected users can continue using the service without interruption.
User Notification and Support
Manus will notify affected users through in-app notifications and email. Users who registered with an Apple ID or Facebook account should monitor in-app notifications, as email addresses may not be available. Multiple reminders will be sent before the backup deadline. Affected users will not be charged during the backup period (August 11–August 23, SGT) and will receive welcome back bonuses upon data restoration.
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Manus is transitioning back to an independent company, which necessitates the deletion of data generated by certain users on or after December 29, 2025, due to regulatory requirements. Affected users must back up their data by August 23, 2026, and can restore it starting August 25, 2026.