🔒 Privacy Policy

How we protect and handle your data

Last updated: November 21, 2025

Introduction

WetoDrive ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our service to transfer files from WeTransfer to Google Drive.

By using WetoDrive, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

Information from Google Account

When you sign in with Google, we collect:

  • Your name
  • Your email address
  • Your Google account ID
  • Google Drive access token (encrypted and stored securely)

Transfer Information

When you use our service, we collect:

  • WeTransfer URLs you provide
  • File transfer history and statistics
  • Transfer timestamps and status

Payment Information

For subscriptions, we collect:

  • Subscription plan details
  • Payment transaction IDs
  • Billing country (determined by IP address)

Note: We do not store credit card numbers or banking information. All payment processing is handled by secure third-party providers (Paystack or LemonSqueezy).

Technical Information

We automatically collect:

  • IP address (for geolocation and security)
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Usage statistics and analytics

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

  • Provide and maintain our file transfer service
  • Authenticate you and manage your account
  • Transfer files from WeTransfer to your Google Drive
  • Process payments and manage subscriptions
  • Send service-related notifications
  • Improve and optimize our service
  • Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
  • Comply with legal obligations

🔐 Important Security Note

We do NOT store the actual files you transfer. Files stream directly from WeTransfer to your Google Drive through our secure servers. We only temporarily process files during the transfer and immediately delete any temporary data after the transfer is complete or if an error occurs.

Google Drive Permissions

WetoDrive requests the following Google Drive permissions:

  • Create and upload files: To save transferred files to your Google Drive
  • View basic account info: To display your name and email

We cannot:

  • Read, modify, or delete your existing Google Drive files
  • Access files not created by WetoDrive
  • Share your files with others

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With trusted third-party services that help us operate our business (payment processors, analytics)
  • Legal Requirements: If required by law or to respond to legal process
  • Protection of Rights: To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
  • Business Transfer: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services:

  • Account Information: Retained while your account is active
  • Transfer History: Retained for service improvement and support
  • Payment Records: Retained as required for accounting and legal purposes
  • Temporary Files: Deleted immediately after transfer completion

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

  • HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
  • Encrypted storage of sensitive information
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Limited access to personal information by authorized personnel only
  • Secure OAuth 2.0 authentication with Google

Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal information
  • Update: Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Delete: Request deletion of your account and associated data
  • Disconnect: Revoke Google Drive access at any time
  • Export: Receive your data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, contact us at michael@wetodrive.com

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Maintain your session and authentication
  • Remember your preferences
  • Analyze usage patterns with Google Analytics
  • Improve our service performance

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling them may limit functionality.

Children's Privacy

WetoDrive is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Changes to This Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

  • Email: michael@wetodrive.com
  • Website: wetodrive.com