Circular economy

Circular economy principles keep resources in use through reuse, repair, and data portability rather than disposal. For digital products, this means letting users export their data, transfer accounts, and preserve content when switching platforms. Implement data export features that provide complete information in standard formats like JSON or CSV that users can actually use elsewhere. GDPR mandates basic portability^[1], but going beyond compliance creates genuine user value.

Build export functionality that handles edge cases and large datasets properly. Test with real user data to ensure exports complete successfully and include all relevant information. Provide clear documentation about what's included and how to use exported data. Users who know they can leave easily often stay longer because they feel in control.