Terms of Service

Last updated: 8/31/2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using DropLapse, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the Service.

2. Description of Service

DropLapse is a temporary file sharing service that allows users to upload files and share them via expiring links. Files are automatically deleted after their expiration time.

3. User Consent and Communications

By creating an account, you consent to:

  • Terms of Service: You must agree to these Terms of Service to use our service
  • Privacy Policy: You must agree to our Privacy Policy which governs how we handle your data
  • Marketing Communications: You may optionally consent to receive emails about sales, marketing, and reminders

Marketing Consent: If you choose to receive marketing communications, you can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails or by contacting us at support@droplapse.com

4. Prohibited Content

You may NOT upload, store, or share content that:

  • Violates any applicable laws or regulations
  • Contains malware, viruses, or malicious code
  • Infringes intellectual property rights
  • Contains illegal or harmful material
  • Harasses, threatens, or harms others
  • Promotes violence or illegal activities

5. File Security & Encryption

DropLapse provides file security through optional encryption:

  • Password-protected files: Automatically encrypted using AES-256-GCM encryption before storage
  • Non-password files: Stored in plain text for faster access
  • Encryption keys: Derived from your password using PBKDF2 with 100,000 iterations
  • Zero knowledge: We cannot decrypt your files without your password

Security Note: Files without password protection are stored unencrypted. For sensitive files, always use password protection to enable encryption.

6. Data Retention & Deletion Policy

  • Files: Automatically deleted at expiration
  • Account data: Retained while account is active
  • IP addresses: Stored for rate limiting, periodically cleaned

Request account deletion at support@droplapse.com

7. Abuse/Takedown Process

Report abuse or prohibited content:

  • Email: abuse@droplapse.com
  • Response: Within 24 hours
  • Action: Immediate removal of violating content

8. Contact Information