graveyardenabled

graveyardenabled is a term used to describe a system or application that has the ability to retain deleted data for a specified period. This is often achieved through a "soft delete" mechanism, where data is not permanently removed from the database immediately but rather marked as deleted and hidden from regular user access. The retained data is then typically purged after a predetermined retention period, which can be configured by the system administrator.

The primary purpose of graveyardenabled functionality is to provide a safety net against accidental data loss or malicious deletion. It allows users to recover items that were recently deleted, preventing irreversible consequences. For example, in a content management system, a graveyardenabled feature might allow editors to restore a page that was accidentally deleted. Similarly, in a file storage service, it could enable users to retrieve files that were mistakenly emptied from their trash.

The implementation of graveyardenabled varies across different software. It might involve a separate "recycle bin" or "trash" folder where deleted items are temporarily stored. In other cases, a deleted flag might be added to the data record, and a background process handles the eventual permanent removal. The duration of the retention period is a critical configuration parameter, balancing the need for recovery with the storage costs and performance implications of retaining data. Systems that are graveyardenabled often provide clear indicators or interfaces for users to view and manage their deleted items before they are permanently purged.