Privacy Policy
Last Updated: September 2026
At SoundShare, we prioritize your privacy. Because of our architecture, the way we handle data is fundamentally different from traditional cloud-based file sharing services.
1.Peer-to-Peer Architecture
SoundShare utilises WebRTC technology to establish direct peer-to-peer (P2P) connections between devices. When you share a file, it is sent directly from your device to the recipient's device. We do not upload, store, or process your files on our servers at any point during the transfer.
2.Signaling Data
To facilitate the initial connection between devices, we use a signaling server. This server temporarily processes connection metadata (such as IP addresses and cryptographic keys required for WebRTC). This metadata is ephemeral, strictly used to establish the connection, and is not permanently logged or tied to your identity.
3.Device Permissions
SoundShare requests access to certain device capabilities solely for the purpose of establishing connections:
- Microphone: Used temporarily to listen for ultrasonic connection tokens. Audio is processed locally on your device and is never recorded or sent to our servers.
- Camera: Used locally to scan QR codes for visual pairing. Images are never captured or uploaded.
- Accelerometer: Used locally during "Bump to Share" to detect a physical tap. Timestamp metadata is temporarily used for pairing and then discarded.
- Compass (Orientation): Used locally during "Point to Share" to align devices. Heading data is temporarily used for pairing and then discarded.
4.Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services for basic analytics and hosting. These services may collect standard web analytics data (such as browser type, operating system, and page views) to help us improve the application.
5.Regulatory & Data Governance
SoundShare is built on a Zero-Knowledge, Privacy-by-Design foundation complying with GDPR, CCPA, and the DPDP Act. For in-depth technical details on our data protection standards, visit our compliance pages:
- Data Compliance — GDPR, CCPA, & Zero-Knowledge Architecture
- DPDP Act Compliance — Indian Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023
- Child Safety Policy — COPPA & Minor Protection Guidelines
- Grievance Redressal — Contact our Grievance & Privacy Officer
6. Developer & Privacy Inquiries
For questions regarding data rights or technical compliance, contact Anurag Bora:
7.Changes to this Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page. Your continued use of SoundShare after any modifications indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.