AnyFile

Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 2025

1. Overview

AnyFile is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data. We have designed AnyFile with privacy as a core principle—your files remain on your device, and we collect minimal information necessary for the application to function.

2. Information Collection

AnyFile collects and processes the following types of information:

Files Analyzed

When you use AnyFile to identify file types, the application analyzes files locally on your device only. Files are never uploaded to our servers or transmitted over the internet. All file analysis occurs entirely within your device's local environment.

Application Settings and Preferences

User preferences such as interface settings, display options, and application configurations are stored locally on your device using secure system-level storage mechanisms. These preferences remain on your device and are not transmitted externally.

No Personal Information Collection

AnyFile does not collect, store, or transmit:

  • Personal identifiable information (name, email, phone number, address)
  • User accounts or login credentials
  • Location data or geographic information
  • Device identifiers or unique IDs
  • Usage analytics or behavioral tracking data
  • Advertising identifiers
  • Browsing history or file access patterns
  • Telemetry or diagnostic information

We do not track you. We do not profile you. We do not collect your data.

3. How Information Is Used

The limited information processed by AnyFile is used solely for:

  • File Identification: Analyzing file signatures, metadata, and structure to determine file types
  • Content Preview: Generating previews of supported file formats within the application
  • Application Functionality: Storing user preferences and settings to enhance your experience
  • Recommended Applications: Identifying compatible software that can open specific file types

All processing occurs locally on your device. No information leaves your device unless explicitly required by third-party services (see Section 4).

4. Third-Party Services

AnyFile may interact with third-party services in limited circumstances:

File Type Detection Libraries

The application utilizes open-source libraries and algorithms for file signature detection. These libraries operate entirely offline and do not transmit data externally.

Operating System APIs

AnyFile interfaces with your operating system's native APIs to read file metadata, generate previews, and identify compatible applications. These interactions are confined to your local system.

No External Data Transmission

Unlike many applications, AnyFile does not send file information, metadata, or user data to external servers for processing, analysis, or storage. Your files and their contents remain completely private.

If future versions of AnyFile introduce optional cloud-based features, we will update this Privacy Policy accordingly and provide clear notice with opt-in consent mechanisms.

5. Data Storage and Security

Local Storage Only

All application data, including settings, preferences, and file analysis results, is stored exclusively on your device using:

  • Encrypted storage mechanisms provided by your operating system
  • Secure file system permissions restricting access to AnyFile only
  • Standard industry practices for local data protection

No Server-Side Storage

AnyFile operates as a fully offline application. We do not maintain servers, databases, or cloud storage containing any user information. There is no remote infrastructure collecting or storing your data.

Data Transmission Security

On the rare occasions when data must be transmitted (such as checking for application updates), we use industry-standard encrypted HTTPS connections to protect information in transit.

Data Deletion

Since all data is stored locally on your device, you can permanently delete all AnyFile data by:

  • Uninstalling the application through your operating system's standard removal process
  • Manually deleting application data through system settings
  • Clearing application cache and preferences

Once uninstalled, all AnyFile data is removed from your device. There is no server-side data to delete.

6. Your Privacy Rights

You maintain complete control over your data when using AnyFile:

  • Right to Access: All your data is stored locally on your device and accessible through standard file management tools
  • Right to Deletion: Uninstall AnyFile at any time to remove all application data
  • Right to Control: Decide which files to analyze and when to use the application
  • Right to Privacy: Use AnyFile without creating accounts, providing personal information, or being tracked
  • Right to Transparency: Understand that no hidden data collection or transmission occurs

Since AnyFile does not collect personal information on external servers, there is no data to request, export, or have corrected through us. Your device is the sole location of your AnyFile data.

7. Children's Privacy

AnyFile is a general-purpose utility tool suitable for users of all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone, including children under the age of 13 (or applicable age in your jurisdiction).

Because AnyFile operates entirely offline and collects no personal data, children can use the application without privacy concerns. However, parents and guardians should supervise children's use of any software and ensure appropriate file handling practices.

If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately at [email protected], and we will take appropriate action.

8. International Users

AnyFile is designed to work globally and respects privacy regulations worldwide. Since the application operates entirely on your local device without server-side data collection, there are no international data transfers or cross-border data processing concerns.

Regardless of your location, your files and information remain on your device under your exclusive control.

9. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

  • Right to Know: AnyFile does not collect personal information as defined by the CCPA
  • Right to Delete: You may delete all data by uninstalling the application
  • Right to Opt-Out: There is no sale of personal information to opt out from
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: We do not discriminate based on privacy rights exercise

Since AnyFile collects no personal information, CCPA data requests do not apply to our service.

10. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

  • Lawful Basis: AnyFile processes data based on legitimate interests (application functionality) and your consent through continued use
  • Data Minimization: We collect only the minimal information necessary for the application to function
  • Right to Access, Rectification, and Erasure: All data is stored locally on your device under your control
  • Right to Data Portability: Your data remains on your device and can be backed up using standard system tools
  • Right to Object: You may cease using AnyFile at any time

AnyFile does not transfer personal data outside the EEA, as all processing occurs locally on your device.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in:

  • Application features or functionality
  • Legal or regulatory requirements
  • Industry best practices for privacy protection

When we make material changes, we will:

  • Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
  • Notify users through the application or our website when feasible
  • Provide a reasonable opportunity to review changes before they take effect

Your continued use of AnyFile after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your privacy.

12. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or feedback regarding this Privacy Policy or AnyFile's privacy practices, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]

We will respond to privacy inquiries within a reasonable timeframe and work to address any concerns you may have.

13. Commitment to Privacy

At AnyFile, privacy is not an afterthought—it is a fundamental design principle. We believe:

  • Your files are yours and should remain on your device
  • Software should be transparent about data practices
  • Privacy should not require complicated settings or configurations
  • Users deserve tools that respect their digital autonomy

Thank you for trusting AnyFile. We are committed to maintaining this trust through continued respect for your privacy.

By using AnyFile, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.