Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 18, 2026

1. Introduction

Share Markdown Files ("we", "our", "us") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our Service at sharemarkdownfiles.com.

2. Information We Collect

Information you provide

  • Uploaded files: Markdown files you upload to the Service
  • Account information: If you sign in with Google, we receive your name, email address, and profile picture

Information collected automatically

  • Usage data: Pages visited, features used, and interaction patterns
  • Device data: Browser type, operating system, and screen resolution
  • IP address: Collected for security and abuse prevention

3. How We Use Your Information

  • To provide and maintain the Service
  • To store and serve your uploaded markdown files
  • To manage your account and authenticate your identity
  • To detect and prevent abuse or unauthorized access
  • To improve the Service and user experience

4. Data Storage

Uploaded files are stored on DigitalOcean Spaces. Account metadata is stored in MongoDB. Guest files are automatically deleted after 7 days. We use industry-standard security measures to protect your data.

5. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

  • Firebase Authentication: For Google sign-in (governed by Google's Privacy Policy)
  • DigitalOcean Spaces: For file storage
  • MongoDB: For database storage

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties except as required by law or as necessary to provide the Service. Your uploaded files are accessible only via their unique share links.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Request deletion of your account and associated data
  • Withdraw consent for data processing at any time
  • Request a copy of your data in a portable format

8. Cookies

We use essential cookies for authentication and session management. We do not use tracking or advertising cookies.

9. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of significant changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a revised date.

11. Contact

For privacy-related questions or requests, contact us at [email protected].