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What happens after deletion
A clear, step-by-step guide to what happens after deletion on Campus Ghost — with screenshots you can follow along.

Step-by-step guide
- 1
Your Post Is Removed
Once you delete a post, it is removed from your profile, feeds, and other places where it appeared on Campus Ghost.
- 2
Interactions Are Removed
Votes, comments, and other interactions associated with the deleted post will no longer be available.
- 3
Deletion Is Permanent
A deleted post cannot be restored. Make sure you want to permanently remove the post before confirming deletion.
- 4
Removal May Take a Short Time
In some cases, it may take a short time for the deleted post to disappear from all areas of Campus Ghost due to caching or synchronization.
Tips from the Campus Ghost team
- Keep your app updated — new privacy protections ship every few weeks.
- Your Ghost Identity is protected end-to-end. Even Campus Ghost cannot link a post back to your real name.
- If a screen looks different, tap Help inside the app for live, contextual guidance.
Frequently asked questions
Is this feature free to use?
Yes. Every core feature on Campus Ghost is free for verified students.
Will other students see my real identity?
No. Campus Ghost only ever shows your Ghost Identity in posts, comments and votes.
What if something goes wrong?
Reach out from Contact Support and our team will respond within 24 hours.
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