When any user deletes a record in Odoo, the module intercepts the action and moves the record to the recycle bin instead of permanently removing it. Records remain fully intact and viewable, organized by model type.
Why it matters: This eliminates the risk of irreversible data loss from accidental or unauthorized deletions, providing a universal safety net across your entire Odoo instance.
Administrators define exactly how long deleted records remain in the recycle bin before automatic permanent removal takes effect. Configure different retention windows based on your organization's data governance policies.
Why it matters: This balances data protection with storage management — keeping records recoverable long enough to catch mistakes while ensuring the recycle bin does not grow indefinitely.
Access to recycle bin operations is restricted by user roles and permissions. Only authorized personnel can view contents, restore records, or perform permanent deletions. Standard users trigger the recycle bin on delete but cannot access the recovery interface.
Why it matters: This prevents unauthorized data restoration or permanent deletion, maintaining data security and ensuring only trusted administrators manage the data lifecycle.
Every action within the recycle bin — initial deletions, restorations, and permanent removals — is recorded in a detailed activity log capturing who, what, and when.
Why it matters: Complete traceability and accountability for compliance audits, internal investigations, and organizational transparency around data handling.
Authorized users restore any deleted record from the recycle bin with a single click. The record returns to its original location in Odoo with all associated data, relationships, and metadata intact — as if it was never deleted.
Why it matters: Eliminates the need for database-level recovery operations, saving hours of technical effort and enabling non-technical users to fix deletion mistakes instantly.
Administrators configure specific Odoo models to bypass the recycle bin entirely. When a record belonging to an excluded model is deleted, it is permanently removed immediately without passing through the recycle bin.
Why it matters: Gives organizations granular control over which data types benefit from recycle protection and which should be cleaned up immediately.
