Manus Announces Transition to Independent Operations, Implements Targeted Data Management Update

Manus has issued an open letter to its user community, outlining significant changes to its corporate structure. The platform is set to resume operations as a standalone entity. This strategic shift extends beyond corporate reorganization, triggering necessary updates to user data management policies in the process.

Scheduled Data Deletion: Scope and Timeline

As part of compliance measures for its independent operation, Manus will process specific user data to align with regulatory requirements in certain jurisdictions. The data subject to removal pertains to a subset of accounts with activity dated on or after December 29, 2025.

A precise execution window has been established: the deletion process is scheduled between 08:00 on August 23 and the end of August 24, 2026 (Singapore Time). Following this operation, affected users will no longer have access to the specified data within the platform's system.

User Action Plan and Critical Deadlines

Manus has provided a clear roadmap for users potentially impacted by this policy change.

  • Data Backup Window (Effective Immediately - August 23, 2026, 07:59 SGT): Users who believe their data may be affected are advised to log in and export critical information—such as transaction histories and account details—to their local storage devices before the deadline.
  • Service Interruption Period (August 23, 08:00 SGT - August 24, 2026): The data deletion procedure will be executed during this time. Services for affected accounts may experience temporary limitations.
  • Data Restoration Phase (Starting August 25, 2026, 08:00 SGT): Once the deletion process is complete, users can begin to restore their backed-up data using tools or interfaces provided by the platform, following the official guidelines.

What This Means for the Average User

The company stresses that this data action is highly targeted. If your primary account data predates December 29, 2025, your experience on the platform will remain entirely unaffected. You can continue to access and use all services as usual without taking any additional steps.

This move illustrates a common compliance strategy adopted by digital asset service providers navigating an increasingly complex global regulatory landscape. Clearly defining data stewardship responsibilities, coupled with providing users ample notice and operational windows, is becoming an industry standard. For users, maintaining regular backups of essential data and staying informed about key policy updates from service providers remains a fundamental practice for managing digital asset risk.