FileCorrupter – Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 7 August 2025
1. Introduction
FileCorrupter.com ("FileCorrupter", "we", "us", or "our") is a free browser-based file-corruption utility operated by MindWorks Laboratories Limited, Cellblock Studios, College Road, HM Naval Base, Portsmouth, PO1 3LJ, United Kingdom. Because all corruption is executed client-side, the binary contents of your files never leave your device. This Privacy Policy explains what limited personal data we collect, how we use it, and the choices available to you.
2. Scope
This Policy applies to visitors and users of www.filecorrupter.com, its sub-domains, and any related online services (collectively, the "Service").
3. What We Collect and Why
| Category | Examples | Purpose | UK GDPR Legal Basis | Retention |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Device & Usage Data | Anonymised IP address, browser type, operating system, visited pages, timestamps | Operate, secure and improve the Service; generate aggregate usage statistics | Legitimate Interests (Art 6 (1)(f)) | 90 days (raw logs), then aggregated & de-identified |
| Communications | Your email address and the content of any messages you send to [email protected] | Respond to enquiries and provide support | Contract (Art 6 (1)(b)) | Until the enquiry is resolved + 12 months |
| Cookies & Local Storage | Cloudflare (__cf_bm); Google Analytics (_ga*); Google AdSense (_gads); local-storage prefs | Site functionality; security; privacy-respectful analytics; contextual advertising | Consent (Art 6 (1)(a)) for non-essential; Legitimate Interests for essential | Session / up to 13 months (per Google) |
No File-Content Processing
All corruption algorithms run in your browser via JavaScript/WebAssembly. We never transmit, view, store or otherwise process the contents or metadata of uploaded files.
4. How We Share Information
- Infrastructure provider Cloudflare (global CDN & security) and Google LLC (Google Analytics & AdSense)
- Where required by law or to protect rights, users or the public
- In connection with a merger, acquisition or asset sale (advance notice will be given)
We do not sell personal data, nor use it for behavioural ad-profiling.
5. Security
All traffic is encrypted using TLS 1.2+. Servers are protected by Cloudflare WAF and role-based access controls. Access logs rotate after 90 days. However, no system is perfectly secure; use the Service at your own risk.
6. International Transfers
Data may be processed on servers outside the UK/EEA. Transfers rely on adequacy regulations (e.g., UK–US Data Bridge) or UK ICO Standard Contractual Clauses.
7. Your Rights
Under the UK GDPR you can access, rectify, erase, restrict or object to processing, and request data portability. Email [email protected]to exercise any right. We respond within one calendar month. You may also lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
8. Children’s Privacy
The Service is not directed to children under 13 (or higher local minimum age). We do not knowingly collect children’s data.
9. Third-Party Links
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of linked third-party sites.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Policy periodically. Material changes will be posted or emailed. Continued use after the "Effective Date" constitutes acceptance.
11. Contact
MindWorks Laboratories LimitedCellblock Studios, College Road
HM Naval Base, Portsmouth, PO1 3LJ
United Kingdom
✉︎ [email protected]