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Href.sh Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 17, 2025

Href.sh (“we”, “us”, “our”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our file-sharing service through the website or any associated platform or API.

By using Href.sh, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the service.

1. Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide

  • Account Info: When you sign up, we may collect your name, email address, and password.
  • Uploaded Content: Files, metadata, descriptions, and sharing preferences you provide.
  • Payment Info: If you purchase a plan or receive payouts (e.g., from monetization), we collect billing details via a secure third-party processor (e.g., Stripe or Paddle or Paypal).

b. Automatically Collected

  • Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device ID, referring pages, time of access, and usage patterns.
  • Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies and local storage to maintain your session, remember preferences, and analyze traffic. You can manage these via your browser settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and maintain the Href.sh platform,
  • Allow file uploading, sharing, and retrieval,
  • Process payments and provide monetization features,
  • Communicate service updates or respond to support inquiries,
  • Prevent abuse, fraud, and ensure security,
  • Analyze traffic and usage to improve the service.

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

3. Publicly Shared Content

If you choose to make your uploads public, associated metadata (like file name, description, and download stats) may be visible to others and indexed by search engines.

You are responsible for managing your content’s visibility through the privacy settings provided.

4. Third-Party Services

Href.sh uses third-party tools and platforms to provide the service, such as:

  • Cloud storage providers
  • Analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • Payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal)
  • Advertising networks (only on public content pages)

These services may have their own privacy policies and may collect data subject to their terms.

5. Data Retention

  • Uploaded Files: Stored as long as your account is active, or until deleted. Free accounts may have automatic file expiration (e.g., after 30 days of inactivity).
  • Account Data: Retained until your account is deleted. We may keep minimal records to comply with legal obligations.

6. User Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights over your data:

a. Under GDPR (EU/EEA):

  • Access your personal data
  • Request correction or deletion
  • Object to processing
  • Request data portability
  • Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority

b. Under CCPA (California):

  • Know what data is collected
  • Request deletion
  • Opt out of the sale of personal information (Href.sh does not sell data)

To exercise these rights, email us at support@href.sh.

7. Security

We use industry-standard encryption (e.g., HTTPS, encrypted storage) and access controls to protect your data. However, no system is 100% secure. Use the service at your own risk and avoid uploading sensitive personal information.

8. Children’s Privacy

Href.sh is not intended for use by children under 16 (or equivalent minimum age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If significant changes are made, we’ll notify you through the platform or via email. Your continued use of Href.sh means you accept the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy:

Href.sh Support
Email: support@href.sh