CloudShare Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 2026-07-19
At CloudShare, we believe in privacy by design. We provide a simple file-sharing service without tracking your online behavior or monetizing your personal data. This policy explains what minimal data we collect and why.
What Data We Collect and Why
| Data Point | Purpose | Legal Basis (GDPR) | Retention Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uploaded Files | To provide the file-sharing service (up to 100 MB). | Performance of a Contract (Art. 6(1)(b)) | 1 hour to 30 days (based on user choice), or immediately upon using the manual delete link. |
| IP Addresses | To protect the service from abuse, spam, and malicious activity. | Legitimate Interest (Art. 6(1)(f)) | 30 days, unless the IP is actively blocked for violating our Usage Policy. |
Analytics and Tracking
CloudShare does not use third-party analytics tools (such as Google Analytics or Microsoft Clarity). We do not track your browsing habits, nor do we sell your data to advertisers.
Cookies
We only use strictly necessary session cookies required for the technical operation of the upload and download process. Because these are strictly necessary, we do not require a cookie consent banner.
Your Rights
Under the GDPR, you have the right to access, rectify, or erase your personal data.
- File Deletion: You have direct control over your data. You can delete your uploaded file at any time before its expiration using the unique delete link generated at the time of upload.
- Inquiries: For data inquiries, contact us.