Privacy Policy – GDrive Backup

Last updated: November 11, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to GDrive Backup.

GDrive Backup is an application developed and operated by updaters.gr that provides automated backup and synchronization services for Google Drive.

Our application allows users to connect their Google accounts, access their Google Drive files, and securely transfer and maintain copies of those files on servers operated by updaters.gr.

We understand the importance of protecting personal information and the contents of your files. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, where it is stored, how long we retain it, and how you can exercise your privacy rights.

By using GDrive Backup, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

2. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for the processing of personal data through GDrive Backup is:

Website: https://updaters.gr
Application: GDrive Backup
Operator: updaters.gr
Country: Greece
Contact: luxcav@gmail.com

For privacy-related questions, requests concerning your personal information, or requests for data deletion, please contact us using the contact information above.

3. Information We Collect

GDrive Backup collects and processes only the information necessary to provide backup and synchronization functionality.

3.1 Google Account Information

When you connect your Google account, we may receive:

• Your Google account email address.
• Your Google account identifier.
• Authentication and authorization information.
• OAuth access tokens and refresh tokens, where applicable.

This information is used to identify your connected account, authenticate API requests, maintain authorization, and operate the backup and synchronization service.

We do not collect your Google password. Authentication is handled directly through Google’s OAuth 2.0 authorization system.

3.2 Google Drive Files and Metadata

Depending on the permissions granted by the user, GDrive Backup accesses Google Drive information, which may include:

• File names.
• File contents.
• File and folder identifiers.
• Folder structure and relationships.
• File MIME types.
• File sizes.
• Creation and modification timestamps.
• Other metadata required to identify, organize, compare, and synchronize files.

The application accesses this information exclusively to perform the backup and synchronization operations requested by the user.

3.3 Application and Technical Information

We may collect limited technical information necessary to operate and maintain the service, including:

• Application activity and operational logs.
• Backup and synchronization status.
• Error and diagnostic information.
• Timestamps of backup operations.
• Technical information necessary for security and troubleshooting.

We do not use Google Drive file contents for advertising, profiling, or unrelated analytical purposes.

4. How We Use Google User Data

Google user data is used exclusively to provide the functionality of GDrive Backup.

Specifically, we use this information to:

1. Authenticate users and maintain authorized connections to Google Drive.
2. Access files and folders permitted by the user’s Google OAuth authorization.
3. Download Google Drive files to our backup infrastructure.
4. Store backup copies on servers operated by updaters.gr.
5. Synchronize files and their metadata between Google Drive and the backup storage.
6. Detect new, modified, renamed, or deleted files when required by the configured synchronization process.
7. Maintain backup history and synchronization status.
8. Detect synchronization errors and ensure the reliability of backup operations.
9. Maintain the security and integrity of the application.

We do not use Google user data for any purpose unrelated to providing the backup and synchronization functionality requested by the user.

We do not use Google Drive content to develop, train, or improve artificial intelligence or machine learning models.

5. Google API Services User Data Policy – Limited Use Disclosure

GDrive Backup’s use and transfer of information received from Google APIs complies with the Google API Services User Data Policy, including its Limited Use requirements.

Our practices are as follows:

Limited purpose of use

We access Google user data solely to provide the backup and synchronization features that are prominently presented in GDrive Backup.

No advertising or commercial exploitation

We do not sell, rent, trade, or otherwise commercially exploit Google user data.

We do not use Google user data for advertising, personalized advertising, retargeting, or marketing profiling.

No transfer to unrelated third parties

We do not transfer Google user data to third parties for purposes unrelated to providing the application’s backup and synchronization functionality.

Where necessary, infrastructure and hosting service providers may process data solely to support the operation, availability, and security of our servers. Such providers are subject to appropriate confidentiality and data protection obligations.

Restricted human access

Our personnel do not routinely access or review the contents of users’ backed-up files.

Human access to Google user data is permitted only where:

• The user has explicitly requested and authorized access for a specific support or troubleshooting purpose.
• Access is necessary to investigate security incidents, abuse, or technical problems.
• Access is required to comply with applicable legal obligations.

Such access is limited to what is necessary for the relevant purpose.

No unauthorized secondary use

We do not use Google user data to determine creditworthiness, provide lending services, create advertising profiles, or sell information to data brokers or other information resellers.

These restrictions apply to raw Google user data as well as information derived from that data.

6. Data Storage and Processing

Files backed up through GDrive Backup are stored on servers operated by updaters.gr.

The storage infrastructure is used to maintain backup copies and support synchronization operations.

The following categories of information may be stored:

• Copies of Google Drive files.
• File and folder metadata.
• Synchronization records.
• Backup operation information.
• Google OAuth authentication tokens.
• Technical logs necessary for application operation.

The stored files are associated with the corresponding user’s account and are not made publicly accessible by GDrive Backup.

We do not make users’ backed-up files available to other application users.

Data may be physically hosted in data centers operated by infrastructure providers acting on our behalf. Such providers are used solely for infrastructure and hosting services and do not receive authorization to use Google user data for their own independent purposes.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information and backed-up files only for as long as necessary to provide the service or comply with applicable legal obligations.

Our retention practices are as follows:

Active backups

Files and associated metadata are retained for as long as the user maintains an active backup or synchronization configuration.

Modified files

When a file is modified in Google Drive, the synchronization process updates the corresponding backup copy according to the application’s synchronization rules.

Where backup history or previous versions are supported, those versions are retained according to the applicable backup configuration.

Deleted files

When a user deletes a backup or removes a file through the application’s backup management functionality, the corresponding stored copy is scheduled for deletion.

The synchronization of deletions from Google Drive depends on the user’s configured synchronization behavior. Deleting a file from Google Drive does not necessarily delete an independently retained backup copy.

Application logs

Routine operational and diagnostic logs are retained for a maximum period of 30 days, unless a longer period is necessary to investigate a security incident or comply with a legal obligation.

Deleted accounts and revoked access

When a user disconnects their Google account or requests deletion of their GDrive Backup data:

• Further access to Google Drive is stopped.
• Stored OAuth authorization credentials are deleted.
• Associated backup files and metadata are scheduled for deletion.
• Remaining copies in routine backup and disaster-recovery systems are removed within a maximum of 90 days.

Data may be retained beyond these periods only where required by applicable law. Such data will remain protected and will not be used for other purposes.

8. Data Deletion and User Requests

Users have the right to request deletion of their personal information and backed-up data.

To request deletion, users may contact us at:

[INSERT PRIVACY CONTACT EMAIL]

A deletion request may include:

• Removal of stored Google Drive backup files.
• Deletion of associated file metadata.
• Removal of synchronization records.
• Deletion of stored OAuth access and refresh tokens.
• Deletion of account-related information.

We will process verified deletion requests without undue delay and normally complete deletion from active systems within 30 days.

Residual copies maintained in routine backup and disaster-recovery systems will be removed within a maximum of 90 days.

Certain information may be retained where legally required, including information necessary to establish, exercise, or defend legal claims.

9. Google Account Permissions and OAuth Authorization

GDrive Backup uses Google’s official OAuth 2.0 authorization mechanism to obtain permission to access Google Drive.

Users are presented with Google’s authorization screen and must explicitly grant the permissions required for the application’s functionality.

We request only the permissions necessary to provide the application’s backup and synchronization services.

Users may revoke GDrive Backup’s access to their Google account at any time through their Google Account security settings.

Google provides account access management through:

https://myaccount.google.com/permissions

Once authorization is revoked:

• The application will no longer be able to access the user’s Google Drive through the revoked authorization.
• Further backup and synchronization operations will stop.
• Stored authorization tokens will be deleted.
• Existing backup copies will remain stored until the user requests their deletion or otherwise removes them through the application’s available functionality.

Revoking Google permissions does not automatically delete files previously backed up to our servers.

Users who wish to delete their stored backup data must submit a separate deletion request.

10. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell, rent, or share users’ personal information or Google Drive content with advertisers, marketing companies, data brokers, or unrelated third parties.

Information may be processed by third parties only in the following limited circumstances:

Infrastructure and hosting providers

Data center and infrastructure providers may process information as necessary to operate the servers and storage infrastructure used by GDrive Backup.

Security services

Limited technical information may be processed by security services to protect our systems against unauthorized access, abuse, attacks, and other security threats.

Legal obligations

We may disclose information where required by applicable law, a valid legal request, or an enforceable order issued by a competent authority.

Any such disclosure will be limited to the information legally required.

We do not authorize third parties to use Google user data for independent commercial purposes.

11. Data Security

We take reasonable and appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal information and backed-up files against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, loss, or destruction.

Our security measures include, as appropriate:

• HTTPS/TLS encryption for data transmitted between users, Google services, and our infrastructure.
• Restricted access to application servers and storage systems.
• Authentication and access controls for administrative operations.
• Secure handling and storage of OAuth authorization credentials.
• Monitoring of system activity and security-related events.
• Regular maintenance and security updates of server software.
• Protection against unauthorized access to stored backup files.
• Limitation of personnel access to information according to operational necessity.

We continuously seek to maintain an appropriate level of security in accordance with the nature and sensitivity of the information processed.

However, no internet-based service or storage system can guarantee absolute security.

12. GDPR and Your Privacy Rights

GDrive Backup operates from Greece and processes personal information in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), where applicable.

Depending on your circumstances and applicable law, you may have the following rights:

• Right of access: Request information about the personal data we process.
• Right to rectification: Request correction of inaccurate personal information.
• Right to erasure: Request deletion of your personal information.
• Right to restriction: Request restriction of certain processing activities.
• Right to data portability: Request a copy of eligible personal information in a commonly used, machine-readable format.
• Right to object: Object to processing where applicable.
• Right to withdraw consent: Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.

To exercise these rights, contact us using the contact details provided in Section 2.

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the competent data protection supervisory authority.

In Greece, this authority is the Hellenic Data Protection Authority:

https://www.dpa.gr/

13. International Data Transfers

GDrive Backup stores and processes data on infrastructure operated by updaters.gr.

Where data is processed or accessed outside the European Economic Area through infrastructure providers or other service providers, we will ensure that appropriate safeguards are implemented in accordance with applicable data protection legislation.

These safeguards may include European Commission adequacy decisions or Standard Contractual Clauses, where applicable.

14. Children’s Privacy

GDrive Backup is not intended for children under the age of 16.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children through the application without appropriate authorization.

If we become aware that personal information has been collected in violation of applicable law, we will take appropriate steps to delete it.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the application’s functionality, data processing practices, security measures, or legal requirements.

The latest version will always be published on this page, together with its updated revision date.

If we make material changes to the way Google user data is accessed, processed, stored, or shared, we will provide appropriate notice and obtain additional consent where required.

16. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, Google Drive data processing, data retention, or deletion requests, please contact us.

GDrive Backup
Operated by updaters.gr
Website: https://updaters.gr
Privacy contact: luxcav@gmail.com
Country: Greece

Google API Compliance Statement

GDrive Backup confirms that its use of information received from Google APIs is limited to providing the backup and synchronization functionality explicitly requested and authorized by its users.

We do not sell Google user data, use it for advertising, transfer it to data brokers, or use it for purposes unrelated to the application’s functionality.

Our handling of Google user data is subject to the Google API Services User Data Policy, including its Limited Use requirements.