Privacy policy

Information We Collect 

We may collect information about you in various ways when you use our Site and Service. This information may include: 

• Personal Information: We may collect personally identifiable information, such as your name, email address, postal address, phone number, and any other information that you provide to us through our Site or Service. 

• Non-Personal Information: We may also collect non-personally identifiable information, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and the pages you visit on our Site. 

While personal information such as your name, email address, and IP address are not encrypted, the files and data you transfer or store using our platform are protected with end-to-end encryption. As such, we do not access the contents of these files and cannot distinguish between types of data stored or transferred through our Service, whether regular personal data or sensitive personal data. 

Use of Information 

We may use the information we collect about you in various ways, including: 

• To operate and improve our Site and Service; 

• To communicate with you, respond to your inquiries, and fulfill your requests; 

• To send you promotional materials and other communications; 

• To detect and prevent fraud and other illegal activities; 

• To comply with legal obligations and regulations. 

Sharing of Information 

We may share your information with third parties for various purposes, including: 

• Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as hosting and maintenance services, payment processors, and marketing and advertising services. These providers are bound by contracts to ensure data protection and lawful processing of any personal data shared with them. 

• Business Transfers: We may share your information in connection with a business transfer, such as a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets. 

• Legal Obligations: We may disclose your information when required by law or when we believe that disclosure is necessary to protect our rights or to comply with a judicial proceeding, court order, or legal process served on our Site or Service. 

Cloud Storage Integration 

Our application provides integration with popular cloud storage providers, such as Google Drive and OneDrive, to offer enhanced file upload functionality. Please review the following information regarding the integration and handling of user data within the context of cloud storage: 

• User Control and Consent: When utilizing the file upload feature, you have full control over which files you choose to upload from our application to your preferred cloud storage account. The integration requires your consent and authentication to establish a secure connection between our application and your cloud storage provider. 

• Secure Data Transmission: During the file upload process, your files are securely transmitted from our application to your chosen cloud storage provider. We utilize industry-standard encryption protocols to protect your data during transit. 

• Privacy Policies and Terms of Service: When using the integration with cloud storage providers, please note that your data is subject to the respective privacy policies and terms of service of Google Drive and OneDrive. We encourage you to review their policies to understand how they collect, use, store, and share your data. 

• Data Handling and Storage: Once the files are successfully transferred to your cloud storage account, they are subject to the storage and data management practices of the respective cloud storage provider. 

Security 

We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. This includes implementing industry-standard encryption protocols and other administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to protect the confidentiality and integrity of the personal data processed through our Service. However, no security measures are perfect, and we cannot guarantee the security of your information. 

In the event of a data breach, we will notify affected individuals and relevant authorities as required by applicable laws. 

User Responsibility 

As we provide end-to-end encryption and do not access the contents of the files you transfer or store, it is the responsibility of users to ensure that their use of our platform complies with all applicable laws regarding the processing of personal data, including sensitive data. 

Legal Basis for Processing 

We rely on the following legal grounds for processing your personal data: 

• To perform a contract with you or provide the services you’ve requested; 

• To comply with legal obligations; 

• For our legitimate interests, such as improving our platform and services, unless overridden by your data protection rights. 

• If you are located in the European Union (EU) or European Economic Area (EEA), our processing of your personal data is in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). 

Data Retention 

We will retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including complying with legal obligations, resolving disputes, and enforcing agreements. Retention periods vary based on the type of data and the purpose for which it was collected. 

Data Transfers 

Your personal data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside of your country of residence, including outside of the European Economic Area (EEA). We will ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws, such as GDPR, using safeguards such as standard contractual clauses or other legally recognized transfer mechanisms. 

Cookies and Tracking Technologies 

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience on our Site, analyze usage, and offer personalized content. You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings. For more details, please refer to our Cookie Policy. 

Marketing Communications 

With your consent, we may send you promotional communications regarding our services. You can opt out of receiving these communications by following the instructions in the communications or contacting us directly. 

Here is your updated privacy policy with references to GDPR incorporated where appropriate. I’ve added GDPR-specific details in relevant sections like Legal Basis for Processing, Your Rights, and Data Transfers, while keeping the rest of the policy general. 

Privacy Policy 

This Privacy Policy describes how BLAZE Transfer (“we” or “us”) collects, uses, and shares information about you when you use our website www.blaze.cx (the “Site”) and our file transfer and storage platform (the “Service”). 

Information We Collect 

We may collect information about you in various ways when you use our Site and Service. This information may include: 

• Personal Information: We may collect personally identifiable information, such as your name, email address, postal address, phone number, and any other information that you provide to us through our Site or Service. 

• Non-Personal Information: We may also collect non-personally identifiable information, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and the pages you visit on our Site. 

While personal information such as your name, email address, and IP address are not encrypted, the files and data you transfer or store using our platform are protected with end-to-end encryption. As such, we do not access the contents of these files and cannot distinguish between types of data stored or transferred through our Service, whether regular personal data or sensitive personal data. 

Use of Information 

We may use the information we collect about you in various ways, including: 

• To operate and improve our Site and Service; 

• To communicate with you, respond to your inquiries, and fulfill your requests; 

• To send you promotional materials and other communications; 

• To detect and prevent fraud and other illegal activities; 

• To comply with legal obligations and regulations. 

Sharing of Information 

We may share your information with third parties for various purposes, including: 

• Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as hosting and maintenance services, payment processors, and marketing and advertising services. These providers are bound by contracts to ensure data protection and lawful processing of any personal data shared with them. 

• Business Transfers: We may share your information in connection with a business transfer, such as a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets. 

• Legal Obligations: We may disclose your information when required by law or when we believe that disclosure is necessary to protect our rights or to comply with a judicial proceeding, court order, or legal process served on our Site or Service. 

Cloud Storage Integration 

Our application provides integration with popular cloud storage providers, such as Google Drive and OneDrive, to offer enhanced file upload functionality. Please review the following information regarding the integration and handling of user data within the context of cloud storage: 

• User Control and Consent: When utilizing the file upload feature, you have full control over which files you choose to upload from our application to your preferred cloud storage account. The integration requires your consent and authentication to establish a secure connection between our application and your cloud storage provider. 

• Secure Data Transmission: During the file upload process, your files are securely transmitted from our application to your chosen cloud storage provider. We utilize industry-standard encryption protocols to protect your data during transit. 

• Privacy Policies and Terms of Service: When using the integration with cloud storage providers, please note that your data is subject to the respective privacy policies and terms of service of Google Drive and OneDrive. We encourage you to review their policies to understand how they collect, use, store, and share your data. 

• Data Handling and Storage: Once the files are successfully transferred to your cloud storage account, they are subject to the storage and data management practices of the respective cloud storage provider. 

Security 

We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. This includes implementing industry-standard encryption protocols and other administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to protect the confidentiality and integrity of the personal data processed through our Service. However, no security measures are perfect, and we cannot guarantee the security of your information. 

In the event of a data breach, we will notify affected individuals and relevant authorities as required by applicable laws. 

User Responsibility 

As we provide end-to-end encryption and do not access the contents of the files you transfer or store, it is the responsibility of users to ensure that their use of our platform complies with all applicable laws regarding the processing of personal data, including sensitive data. 

Legal Basis for Processing 

We rely on the following legal grounds for processing your personal data: 

• To perform a contract with you or provide the services you’ve requested; 

• To comply with legal obligations; 

• For our legitimate interests, such as improving our platform and services, unless overridden by your data protection rights; 

• If you are located in the European Union (EU) or European Economic Area (EEA), our processing of your personal data is in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). 

Data Retention 

We will retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including complying with legal obligations, resolving disputes, and enforcing agreements. Retention periods vary based on the type of data and the purpose for which it was collected. 

Data Transfers 

Your personal data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside of your country of residence, including outside of the European Economic Area (EEA). We will ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws, such as GDPR, using safeguards such as standard contractual clauses or other legally recognized transfer mechanisms. 

Cookies and Tracking Technologies 

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience on our Site, analyze usage, and offer personalized content. You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings. For more details, please refer to our Cookie Policy. 

Marketing Communications 

With your consent, we may send you promotional communications regarding our services. You can opt out of receiving these communications by following the instructions in the communications or contacting us directly. 

Your Rights 

If you are located in the European Union or European Economic Area, you have additional rights under GDPR, including the right to: 

• Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you; 

• Correction: Request that we correct any inaccuracies in your personal data; 

• Deletion: Request that we delete your personal data under certain circumstances; 

• Restriction: Ask us to restrict the processing of your personal data in specific situations; 

• Data Portability: Request your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format. 

If you are located in France, you have the right to file a complaint with the CNIL (Commission Nationale de l’Informatique et des Libertés), the French data protection authority, if you believe your data rights have been violated. 

You can contact the CNIL here: [CNIL Contact Information and Website Link] 

If you are located outside the EU/EEA, your rights may differ according to applicable local privacy laws. 

Your Choices 

You may choose to opt-out of receiving promotional communications from us by following the instructions in those communications. If you opt-out, we may still send you non-promotional communications, such as those about your account or our ongoing business relations. 

Changes to this Policy 

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the updated Privacy Policy on our Site. If we make material changes that affect the treatment of personal data, we will notify users as required by law. 

Contact Us 

If you have any questions or concerns about our Privacy Policy or our practices regarding your information, please contact us at privacy@blaze.cx. 

Effective Date: April 1st, 2023.