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Log Retention Basics

Keep logs just long enough

Setting log retention means defining how long different log types are kept for security, debugging, or compliance, pruning or archiving after, and documenting access controls and storage costs.

Set Durations

Map log types to business/compliance needs; define timeframes.

Control Access

Restrict and audit access; avoid sensitive data in logs.

Archive or Prune

Move to cheaper storage or delete after retention; document policy.

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