Unlike traditional cloud services, Hivenet doesn’t rely on big centralized servers. Instead, your encrypted file is broken into chunks and stored across a distributed network of devices.
These could be:
Idle home computers
Office desktops
Laptops not in use
Other volunteer devices contributing to the Hivenet network
This model is more private, more sustainable, and harder to breach.
How does storage work?
Once your file is encrypted and chunked:
Each chunk is assigned a unique location across the network
Chunks are stored redundantly (in multiple places) for reliability
No device has access to the full file or the ability to read any chunk
The system is designed so that no one (not even Hivenet) can piece together your file without the correct link.
Is my data stored in a specific country?
No. The Hivenet network is global. Your file’s chunks could be stored across multiple regions at once, depending on availability. Because everything is encrypted and anonymized before uploading, location doesn't compromise privacy.
What happens after expiration?
When your transfer expires (after 7 days):
All associated chunks are automatically deleted from the network
There’s no backup, no archive, and no recovery option
Your file is fully gone, just like it was never uploaded
Why this is better
Storing files across a distributed network:
Avoids centralized failure points
Reduces the risk of surveillance or breaches
Makes Send more sustainable. We reuse existing hardware instead of running energy-hungry data centers