Privacy Policy

Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how files.katsklub.top ("we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our file hosting and sharing service.

Information We Collect

Account Information

When you create an account, we collect:

• Username and email address
• Password (encrypted and hashed)
• Account verification status

File Information

When you upload files, we store:

• File metadata (name, size, type, upload date)
• File content (temporarily, based on expiration settings)
• Share settings (password protection, expiration, view limits)
• Download statistics (view count, access times)

Technical Information

We automatically collect:

• IP addresses (for security and rate limiting)
• Browser information and device type
• Access logs and error reports

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide our service: Store, manage, and share your files
• Account management: Create accounts, send verification emails
• Security: Prevent abuse, spam, and malicious activity
• Communication: Send important service notifications
• Improvement: Analyze usage patterns to improve our service

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information only in these limited circumstances:

• With your consent: When you explicitly authorize sharing
• Legal requirements: When required by law or legal process
• Security purposes: To protect our users and prevent illegal activity
• Service providers: With trusted partners who help operate our service (under strict confidentiality agreements)

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

• HTTPS encryption for all data transfers
• Password hashing using bcrypt
• Rate limiting to prevent abuse
• File type validation and malware scanning
• Secure server infrastructure
• Regular security updates and monitoring

Data Retention

We retain your information for the following periods:

• Files: Until expiration date or manual deletion
• Account data: Until account deletion
• Logs: Up to 90 days for security purposes
• Deleted files: Permanently removed after 30 days

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request information about your stored data
• Correction: Update or correct your account information
• Deletion: Delete your files and account at any time
• Portability: Download your files before deletion
• Objection: Object to certain data processing activities

Cookies and Tracking

We use minimal tracking technologies:

• Authentication tokens: To keep you logged in
• Session data: For proper website functionality
• No third-party tracking: We don't use analytics or advertising cookies

Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete such information.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through the platform's support channels.