Question 1

Is Burnfile.io really private? Do you collect any data?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Burnfile.io collects zero personal data. No cookies, no analytics, no IP logging, no device fingerprinting. Files are encrypted with AES-256 at rest and TLS 1.3 in transit. All data is stored on EU servers (AWS eu-west-1, Ireland) and automatically deleted after download. We are fully GDPR compliant. Your files remain your property at all times.

Question 2

How is Burnfile.io different from WeTransfer?

Accepted Answer

Unlike WeTransfer, Burnfile.io collects zero data about you. No account required, no cookies, no tracking, no analytics. Your files are encrypted and auto-deleted after download. WeTransfer uses cookies and analytics; Burnfile.io uses none. We charge per transfer instead of subscriptions, so our business model is transparent: you pay for the service, not with your data.

Question 3

Do I own my files when I upload them to Burnfile.io?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. Your files remain 100% your property. We never claim any rights over your content. We don't scan, analyze, or process your files in any way. They are treated as opaque encrypted data. Once downloaded or expired, they are permanently destroyed from our servers.

Question 4

How much does Burnfile.io cost?

Accepted Answer

Files up to 2GB are completely free (1 day validity, 1 download, no account needed). Larger files range from $0.99 (2-5GB) to $7.99 (25-50GB). There are no subscriptions — you only pay per transfer. Password protection and email notifications are free for all tiers.

Question 5

What happens to my files after they are downloaded?

Accepted Answer

Files are permanently deleted from our servers once the download limit is reached or when the expiration period ends. S3 lifecycle policies ensure automatic deletion. There is no way to recover files after deletion — that's the whole point.

Question 6

Can I password protect my file transfers?

Accepted Answer

Yes, password protection is free for all transfers, including the free tier. Recipients must enter the correct password before they can download the files.

Question 7

What is the maximum file size I can transfer?

Accepted Answer

The maximum file size is 50GB per transfer. The free tier supports up to 2GB. Paid tiers support 2-5GB ($0.99), 5-10GB ($1.99), 10-25GB ($3.99), and 25-50GB ($7.99).

Question 8

Does Burnfile.io use AI to scan or analyze my files?

Accepted Answer

No. Burnfile.io never scans, analyzes, or processes your files with AI or any other technology. Your files are encrypted and treated as opaque data. We have no knowledge of what you upload.

Question 9

Do I need an account to use Burnfile.io?

Accepted Answer

No. You can send files without creating an account or registering. For free transfers, we only ask for a one-time email verification to prevent abuse. We don't store your email after the transfer.

Question 10

Is Burnfile.io GDPR compliant?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All data is stored on EU servers (AWS eu-west-1, Ireland). We collect no personal data, use no cookies, and no analytics. Files are automatically deleted. We are fully compliant with GDPR and European privacy regulations.

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Size	1 day	7 days	30 days
2 GB max	Gratuit	$0.99	$1.99
2-5 GB	$0.99	$0.99	$0.99
5-10 GB	$1.99	$1.99	$1.99
10-25 GB	$3.99	$3.99	$3.99
25-50 GB	$7.99	$7.99	$7.99

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