By default, how long are documents retained in the DocuSign system?

Documents in the DocuSign system are retained indefinitely by default. This means that once a document is signed and completed, it will remain accessible in the user's account without an expiration date. This retention policy is beneficial for users who may need to reference signed documents long after they have been executed, ensuring compliance and record-keeping are maintained without the risk of automatic deletion.

The other options suggest a limited retention policy, which does not align with how DocuSign operates by default. Some users may wonder about options like manual deletion, which is indeed possible, but such action is separate from the default retention framework.