Last updated: August 24, 2025

Service Overview

File Store provides free and temporary file hosting services. Our mission is to offer a simple, secure, and efficient way for users to share files while respecting privacy and maintaining security standards.

Data We Collect

To operate and maintain our service effectively, we automatically collect and log the following information for each file upload:

  • File Content: The actual files you upload to our service for temporary storage and sharing to facilitate file download links.
  • IP Address: Your originating IP address for standard web operation.
  • Technical Metadata: Standard server information including User-Agent strings, request timestamps, and file metadata (size, type, etc.).

How We Use Your Data

All collected data is used strictly for legitimate operational purposes, including:

  • Providing the core file hosting and sharing functionality
  • Ensuring the security and integrity of our service infrastructure
  • Monitoring for and preventing abuse, including distribution of illegal or harmful content
  • Maintaining service performance and reliability
  • Complying with legal obligations and responding to lawful requests

Important Privacy Notice

By using this service, you acknowledge and agree that all uploaded files may be subject to automated security scanning and review to ensure compliance with our terms and to maintain the safety of our platform.

Data Retention & Deletion

We prioritize user privacy through automatic data management:

  • No User Accounts Required: Our service operates without requiring user registration or account creation.
  • Automatic Deletion: All uploaded files and their associated metadata are automatically and permanently deleted after exactly 30 days from upload.
  • Secure Deletion: Files are securely removed from our systems using industry-standard deletion practices.
  • Log Retention: Access logs and operational data are also purged according to the same 30-day retention policy.

Security Measures

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your data:

  • All files undergo automated security scanning upon upload
  • Secure transmission using industry-standard encryption protocols
  • Access controls and logging for all system operations

Policy Updates

This privacy policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The "Last updated" date at the top of this policy indicates when the most recent changes were made.