F.A.Q.
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Basics
How can I add a new package to the system?
On the search page, there is a small form at the bottom to add a new package.
Can I remove a package from Delphy?
No, there is no way to remove or blacklist a package.
The package that I'm searching for is not available in the search, can I add it to the system?
Yes, a new package can be added to the system. On the search page, there is a small form at the bottom to add a new package.
Does Delphy have public APIs?
No, Delphy does not have public APIs.
How Delphy caches the data?
When we fetch data from third-party APIs for the first time, we cache the data into our system. In Delphy, we cache data only for 7 days. After that, we re-fetch the data from third-party APIs.
Why data is not accurate in Delphy?
First of all, Delphy collects data from third-party APIs, so Delphy cannot guarantee the data. Furthermore, Delphy uses heavy caching and because of that, sometimes the data might be old. Delphy cache data for 7 days. After that, we re-fetch the data.
Subscription & Finance
Is this subscription-based service?
No, there is no subscription in Delphy.
Do I need to pay anything to use this service?
No, there is no need to pay anything. Delphy is completely free to use.
Are there any ads on Delphy?
No, there are no ads on Delphy.
Can I donate money?
No, there is no way to donate money.
Account & Security
Can we delete an account temporarily?
No, there is no way to delete an account temporarily.
Can we delete an account permanently?
Yes, on the account page, there is a button to delete the account permanently.
Is there any way to restore a deleted account?
No, there is no way to restore deleted account.
What data does Delphy store about me?
Delphy stores only the minimal amount of data about a user. Delphy only stores basic user data(name, email, avatar), reviews, and review votes.
Can I download all the data that Delphy stores about me?
Yes, on the account page, there is a button to download all the data.
What can we do by creating an account?
By creating an account, users can post reviews and vote on other reviews. Without creating an account, there is no way to post reviews or vote reviews.