Why is ‘delete account’ not offered automatically to all users at all times?

[Moin]

Questions about user anonymization and GDPR

There is an exception to the “right to be forgotten”, which is stated in GDPR article 17.3 Paragraphs 1 and 2 shall not apply to the extent that processing is necessary: for exercising the right of freedom of expression and information; Recital 65 #5 However, the further retention of the personal data should be lawful where it is necessary, for exercising the right of freedom of expression and information (which implies that the retention of personal data is lawful, even when the data …