Privacy Policy
Last updated: February 6, 2026
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how FileShare collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information and files.
Our commitment: You own your data. We do not sell personal information or files and we use strong encryption to protect them.
2. Information We Collect
Account data
- Email, username, and password hash
- Company name and company code if provided
Payment data
- Last four digits of the card, expiration, optional billing address, and Stripe customer ID.
File data
E2E files
Encrypted on your device before upload. FileShare cannot decrypt them.
Server-side files
Processed only for operational needs: sharing, security scanning, support.
We also collect metadata: filename, size, timestamps, uploader identity, access permissions.
Usage data
- Technical logs, IP addresses, device information, and audit records.
- Performance and feature usage data.
3. How We Use Your Information
- To provide the Service and manage files, access, and shared links.
- To process billing, notifications, security, and support.
- To comply with legal obligations and improve the platform.
5. Data Retention and Deletion
- Account data is retained while the account is active and in good standing.
- After cancellation, files may be retained temporarily for recovery.
- Some records may be retained longer for security, fraud prevention, accounting, or legal compliance.
6. Your Rights and Choices
- Access, portability, correction, and deletion rights.
- Rights to object to some optional processing.
- Additional GDPR and local privacy rights where applicable.
7. Security Measures
- TLS in transit and AES-256-GCM at rest.
- Role-based access controls, strong passwords, session limits, and audit logging.
- Infrastructure monitoring and encrypted backups.
No system is perfect. You remain responsible for protecting credentials and encryption keys.
9. Children's Privacy
FileShare is not intended for use by children under 16 and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them.
10. International Data Transfers
Your data may be processed in multiple countries subject to safeguards such as encryption and contractual protections.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
- Material changes will be communicated through appropriate channels.
- Updated versions take effect as indicated in the notice.
12. Contact Us
For privacy questions or to exercise your rights, contact us:
Privacy: privacy@fileshare.example.com
DPO: dpo@fileshare.example.com
Support: support@fileshare.example.com
Questions about your privacy?
Contact us anytime if you want more clarity.