Privacy Policy
Last updated: 25 May 2026
Summary
Parafiles processes account details, upload metadata, cookies, IP addresses, browser/device data, access logs, and abuse/security reports so the service can authenticate users, host files, deliver downloads, prevent abuse, and meet legal obligations.
This policy explains what data is processed, why it is processed, how long it may be retained, and how users can exercise privacy rights.
Data Controller
Parafiles is operated by a private individual resident in Italy.
Privacy contact: privacy@parafiles.net
Data We Collect
We may collect email address, username, IP address, browser and device information, upload metadata, server and access logs, abuse and security reports, cookies, and session information.
Why We Process Data
We process personal data for account management, authentication, file hosting and delivery, abuse prevention, malware and security detection, legal compliance, service analytics, and reliability.
Legal bases may include performance of a contract, legitimate interests, legal obligations, and user consent where required.
Uploads, Logs, and Security Review
Uploaded files, metadata, reports, IP-derived security records, and account activity may be reviewed when needed to detect abuse, investigate malware, respond to copyright or legal notices, maintain service reliability, or enforce the Terms of Service.
Retention
We retain data only as long as reasonably necessary for operation of the service, security, legal obligations, and dispute handling. Backups and logs may persist temporarily after deletion.
User Rights
Under GDPR, users may have rights to access personal data, rectify inaccurate data, request deletion, restrict processing, object to certain processing, data portability, and lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.
Requests may be sent to privacy@parafiles.net.
Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal data. However, no online service can guarantee absolute security.
International Transfers
Data may be processed within the European Union and associated hosting infrastructure.
Cookies
Parafiles uses cookies necessary for login sessions, CSRF protection, security, preferences, and service functionality. Optional analytics or non-essential cookies will only be used where legally permitted and, where required, after consent.
See the Cookie Policy for more detail.