What we do keep
Just the bare minimum and only for as long as it takes to deliver your file.
Specifically:
The encrypted chunks of your file — stored temporarily for 7 days
A record of the file’s expiration date
Your verification email (only to manage your session)
Technical logs (briefly, for troubleshooting or abuse prevention)
We don’t tie any of this to a personal profile unless you’re signed in to a Hivenet account.
What we don’t collect
❌ File names or contents
❌ Email addresses of people you share the link with
❌ IP addresses tied to your file
❌ Transfer history or download tracking
❌ Ads, analytics, or third-party cookies
Send is intentionally simple and private — no dashboards, no tracking, no weird metadata hanging around after you’ve finished.
How long is data stored?
Files: 7 days, then automatically deleted
Verification emails: temporary — reset after logout or session expiration
Transfer logs: purged regularly (used only to keep the service running smoothly)
GDPR, CCPA, and global compliance
Hivenet is built with privacy in mind — by default, not as an add-on. We comply with key global standards, including:
GDPR (Europe)
CCPA (California)
Swiss and UK data laws
Because your files are encrypted, distributed, and short-lived, we avoid most common risks associated with centralized cloud storage.
Want more control?
If you need longer-term file access, check out our cloud storage service. It offers more functionality while still respecting your data.