Terms of Service | RocketShare

Effective Date: February 11, 2026

Operator: Raidflux V.O.F., trading as RocketShare — Breda, Netherlands (KVK: 86873520)

Please read these Terms of Service ("Terms") carefully before using RocketShare. By accessing or using our service, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using RocketShare ("Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of these Terms, you may not access the Service.

You must be at least 16 years old to use RocketShare. By using the Service, you represent that you are at least 16 years old and have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement.

These Terms apply to all users, including anonymous users who use the Service without creating an account.

2. Description of Service

2.1 What RocketShare provides

RocketShare is a zero-knowledge encrypted file sharing service that enables you to:

Upload and share files with end-to-end encryption
Generate secure, expiring share links
Share files without requiring recipients to create accounts
Control file expiration (up to 90 days depending on plan)

2.2 Zero-knowledge architecture

Our service is built on zero-knowledge encryption:

Files are encrypted in your browser before upload using AES-256-GCM
Encryption keys are embedded in share links (URL fragment) and never transmitted to our servers
We cannot access, read, or decrypt your files—this is a technical limitation, not just a policy
We cannot recover your files if you lose the share link

2.3 What RocketShare is NOT

RocketShare is:

❌ NOT permanent storage—files automatically expire and are deleted
❌ NOT a backup service—we do not retain copies after expiration
❌ NOT a file sync service—files are not synchronized across devices
❌ NOT recoverable—if you lose your share link, we cannot help you recover the files

3. User Accounts

3.1 Account creation

You may use RocketShare with or without an account:

Anonymous use: You can upload and share files without an account, subject to free tier limits
Registered accounts: Creating an account enables additional features and higher limits

3.2 Account responsibilities

If you create an account, you agree to:

Provide accurate and complete information
Maintain the security of your account credentials
Not share your account with others
Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
Accept responsibility for all activity under your account

3.3 Account termination

We may suspend or terminate your account if you:

Violate these Terms
Engage in prohibited activities
Fail to pay applicable fees
Are inactive for an extended period (with notice)

You may delete your account at any time by contacting us.

4. Acceptable Use Policy

4.1 Prohibited content

You agree NOT to upload, share, or distribute:

Illegal content—including but not limited to child sexual abuse material (CSAM), content that violates applicable laws
Malware—viruses, trojans, ransomware, or other malicious code
Infringing content—content that violates intellectual property rights of others
Harassing content—content intended to harass, threaten, or harm others
Fraudulent content—content used for phishing, scams, or fraud

4.2 Prohibited activities

You agree NOT to:

Attempt to circumvent our security measures
Access other users' files without authorization
Use automated systems to abuse the service
Interfere with the operation of the service
Reverse engineer or decompile our software
Resell or redistribute the service without authorization
Violate export control or sanctions laws
Use the service for any illegal purpose

4.3 Enforcement

Important: Due to our zero-knowledge architecture, we cannot monitor the contents of your encrypted files. However:

You remain legally responsible for content you upload and share
We may cooperate with law enforcement to the extent technically possible (metadata, IP addresses)
We may remove content or terminate accounts based on valid legal orders
We may take action based on metadata patterns indicating abuse

5. Intellectual Property

5.1 Your content

You retain ownership of all content you upload
You grant us a limited license to store and transmit your encrypted content solely for the purpose of providing the Service
This license terminates when your files expire or are deleted

5.2 Our intellectual property

RocketShare and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by RocketShare and are protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may not:

Copy or modify our software
Create derivative works
Reverse engineer or decompile our software
Remove any proprietary notices

5.3 Copyright complaints

If you believe content on RocketShare infringes your copyright, please contact us with:

A description of the copyrighted work
The URL of the allegedly infringing content
Your contact information
A statement of good faith belief
A statement of accuracy under penalty of perjury

Note: Due to our zero-knowledge architecture, we cannot verify the contents of encrypted files. We can only act on the encrypted file as a whole.

6. Privacy

Your use of RocketShare is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Key privacy features:

Zero-knowledge encryption protects your file contents
We cannot access your encrypted files
We minimize data collection to what's necessary for the service
We do not sell your data

7. Payment Terms

7.1 Free tier

Anonymous and registered users may use RocketShare's free tier subject to applicable limits.

7.2 Paid subscriptions

Paid subscriptions are billed in advance on a recurring basis. By subscribing, you authorize us to charge your payment method.

7.3 Price changes

We may change subscription prices with at least 30 days' notice. Price changes will apply at your next billing cycle.

7.4 Refunds

We offer a 14-day money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your subscription, you can request a full refund within 14 days of any payment. To request a refund, contact us.

7.5 Taxes

You are responsible for any applicable taxes. Prices may not include taxes depending on your jurisdiction.

8. Service Availability

8.1 No guarantee of availability

RocketShare is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We do not guarantee:

Uninterrupted access to the service
That the service will be error-free
That defects will be corrected
Specific uptime percentages (unless specified in a separate SLA)

8.2 Maintenance

We may perform maintenance that temporarily affects availability. We will provide advance notice when possible, but reserve the right to perform emergency maintenance without notice.

8.3 Service modifications

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service (or any part) at any time. We will provide reasonable notice for significant changes.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

We specifically disclaim:

Implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement
Warranties regarding security, reliability, timeliness, or performance
Warranties that the service will meet your requirements or be uninterrupted
Warranties regarding third-party services or content

Some jurisdictions do not allow disclaimer of implied warranties. In such jurisdictions, the above disclaimers may not apply to you to the extent prohibited by law.

10. Limitation of Liability

10.1 Exclusion of damages

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, ROCKETSHARE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
Cost of substitute services
Any damages arising from:
- Your use or inability to use the service
- Unauthorized access to your data
- Service interruptions or errors
- Third-party conduct
- Loss of encryption keys or share links

10.2 Cap on liability

OUR TOTAL LIABILITY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF:

The amount you paid us in the 12 months preceding the claim, OR
€100

10.3 Exceptions

The limitations above do not apply to:

Our gross negligence or willful misconduct
Death or personal injury caused by our negligence
Fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation
Any liability that cannot be limited by applicable law

10.4 Consumer rights

If you are a consumer in the EU, these limitations do not affect your statutory rights under applicable consumer protection laws.

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless RocketShare, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from:

Your use of the Service
Your violation of these Terms
Your violation of any third-party rights
Content you upload or share
Your violation of any applicable laws

12. Dispute Resolution

12.1 Informal resolution

Before filing a formal dispute, you agree to contact us and attempt to resolve the dispute informally for at least 30 days.

12.2 Governing law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Netherlands, without regard to conflict of law principles.

12.3 Jurisdiction

Any disputes shall be resolved in the competent courts of Breda, Netherlands.

12.4 Consumer rights preserved

If you are a consumer in the EU, you may also bring proceedings in the courts of your country of residence. Nothing in these Terms affects your rights to rely on any mandatory provisions of your local consumer protection laws.

12.5 EU Online Dispute Resolution

If you are a consumer in the EU, you may use the EU Online Dispute Resolution platform: ec.europa.eu/odr

13. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. When we make changes:

We will update the "Effective Date" at the top
For material changes, we will provide at least 30 days' notice
Notice will be provided via email (for account holders) and/or on our website
Continued use after the effective date constitutes acceptance

If you disagree with the changes, you must stop using the Service before the new Terms take effect.