Terms & Conditions – secdrop.site

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using secdrop.site, you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions, including:

• Your responsibilities for content uploaded
• Our limitations of liability
• Our policies regarding file deletion, security, and tracking
• Compliance with applicable laws, including privacy laws

2. Service Description

secdrop.site provides users with the ability to:

• Upload PDF, Word, or ZIP files
• Apply watermarks, passwords, and download restrictions
• Share files via secure links
• Track visitor interactions (if enabled)
• Access analytics and editing tools through an Owner link

We strive to make the service intuitive and secure, especially for non-technical users.

3. File Storage, Retention, and Deletion

• Uploaded files are stored temporarily on secure servers.
• Files will be automatically deleted after 30 days of inactivity, meaning no views by any user during that period.
• You are responsible for downloading or archiving important files before expiration.
• We do our best to maintain file security during storage, transfer, and delivery but cannot guarantee absolute security.

4. User Responsibilities

• You must only upload files you are authorized to share.
• You are responsible for creating secure passwords and controlling access to shared links.
• You must not use the service for illegal, harmful, or malicious purposes.
• You must not upload or share pornographic or sexually explicit content, exploitative content, child sexual abuse material (CSAM), or content that violates any applicable law.
• Content reported for violating these rules may be reviewed and removed immediately at our discretion, without prior notice, and may be referred to law enforcement where required by law.
• Users must not attempt to bypass security measures or manipulate the system.

5. Intellectual Property

• Uploaded content remains your property. By uploading, you grant secdrop.site a limited, temporary license to process, store, and display the files for the purpose of providing the service.
• You retain all ownership rights to your content; we do not claim ownership.
• All site design, branding, software, and trademarks remain the property of secdrop.site.

6. Tracking, Analytics, and Ads

• Visitor tracking (if enabled) may collect IP addresses, location, device info, and document activity.
• Google Analytics is used to collect aggregated site usage data to improve the service.
• The service is ad-supported; ads are displayed prominently and ad blockers should be disabled. Users should not interact with ads in ways that interfere with site functionality.

7. Security and Disclaimer

• We implement reasonable measures to protect files and personal information.
• Despite security efforts, we cannot guarantee absolute protection against unauthorized access, data loss, or cyber attacks.
• secdrop.site is provided "as is," and we do not guarantee uninterrupted access or full security.

8. Limitations of Liability

secdrop.site, its affiliates, or employees are not liable for:

• Loss of files or data
• Loss of profits or business opportunity
• Unauthorized access to your files or visitor information

Liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

9. Termination

We may suspend or terminate user access for:

• Violation of these Terms & Conditions
• Illegal or harmful activity
• Uploading or sharing illegal, pornographic, exploitative, or CSAM content, or content reported as such
• Security threats

Termination does not affect previously uploaded files which remain subject to retention/deletion policies. We may remove reported content immediately and, where required, report it to law enforcement.

10. Privacy and Data Protection

• Your uploaded files and personal settings are private; only users with the correct links and passwords can access them.
• We comply with applicable data protection laws (GDPR/CCPA) in handling personal and usage data.
• Users can request deletion of their visitor tracking data and uploaded files before automatic deletion.

11. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

• These Terms are governed by the laws of [Insert Country / Jurisdiction].
• Any disputes arising from use of secdrop.site will be resolved through informal negotiation first; if unsuccessful, disputes may be submitted to local courts.

12. Changes to Terms & Conditions

• We may update these Terms at any time.
• Updated Terms will be posted with a revised effective date.
• Continued use of the service constitutes acceptance of updated Terms.

13. Contact Information

For questions or concerns: