Private by default
Private storage, verified accounts and workspace boundaries help you control access to your business files. Here is exactly how it works, and what it does not do.
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Private by default
Files are held in a private storage bucket with public access disabled. Nothing gets out without an authorised request or a link you chose to create.
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The problem
Why it matters
Many data leaks come from storage someone accidentally left open. Orbis Drive keeps every file in a private bucket with no public access, and files are reached only through short-lived addresses issued after a permission check.
How it works
Step by step
- 1
Files go straight to private storage
Your browser uploads over an encrypted connection using a short-lived, single-purpose address.
- 2
Each workspace is separate
Every file is tied to its workspace, and requests are checked against that workspace on each access.
- 3
Downloads are authorised individually
A temporary link lasting 15 minutes is created only after your access has been confirmed.
What's covered
Everything private storage includes
- Public bucket access disabled
- Encrypted connections (HTTPS)
- Encryption at rest by our storage provider
- Short-lived upload and download addresses
- Membership checks on every request
- Nightly encrypted offsite backups
Where it helps
Typical uses
- Client and customer documents
- Internal policies and procedures
- Contracts and commercial paperwork
- Project and financial records
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Where is my data stored?
Files are stored with Cloudflare R2 and application data on our own managed server. Our Privacy Policy lists our suppliers and explains how international transfers are handled.
Can Orbis staff see my files?
We do not browse customer content. Because the service is not end-to-end encrypted, it is technically possible for an administrator to access stored data, which is why access is tightly limited and only used where needed to run the service, help you at your request, or meet a legal duty.
Are my files backed up?
Yes. Database, application and stored objects are backed up nightly to encrypted offsite storage. Backups support disaster recovery and are not a way to restore a single file on request.
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Verified accounts, fewer surprises
Email addresses are confirmed before anyone can upload or join a workspace, and sign-in is protected with hashed passwords and attempt limits.
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Key actions such as uploads, deletions, sharing, membership changes and billing events are recorded with the time and the account responsible.
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