# Simpler data hygiene with memory deletion enabled by default

> Agent-facing memory managers now include the deletion tool by default. This reduces setup friction and makes it easier to enforce data retention policies, remove outdated information, and keep…

- Published: 2025-10-30
- Author: Agno Team
- Category: Changelog
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Agent-facing memory managers now include the deletion tool by default. This reduces setup friction and makes it easier to enforce data retention policies, remove outdated information, and keep long-running agents accurate and compliant.

**Details**

- Deletion is available out of the box; no extra configuration required
- Supports better governance for PII and sensitive content
- If you previously relied on stricter retention by omission, review your defaults

**Who this is for:** Teams prioritizing data governance, compliance, and the accuracy of long-running agent workloads.