Your Privacy & Security Matter

We understand you're trusting us with your personal emails. Here's everything you need to know about how we protect your data.

🔒 HTTPS Encrypted
⚡ Temporary Processing
🗑️ Auto-Delete After 24h
🔐 Google OAuth Secured

About Farluner Apps

GmailHamster.com is developed and maintained by Farluner Apps, a software company that creates top-rated Android, iOS & web apps to resize, compress, convert and create photos and videos.

Since 2012, we’ve been building reliable, user-focused apps for iOS, Android, and the web. Based in Warsaw, Poland, we combine technical expertise with a passion for clean, intuitive design.

GmailHamster.com's mission is to help users reclaim their digital storage space while maintaining the highest standards of privacy and security.

How We Protect Your Data

End-to-End Encryption

All communication between your browser and our servers uses HTTPS/TLS encryption (the same technology banks use).

  • SSL/TLS certificates from trusted authorities
  • 256-bit encryption for all data transmission
  • No unencrypted data transfer - ever

Temporary Processing Only

Your files exist on our servers only during compression - typically just a few seconds.

  • Files processed in isolated, temporary containers
  • Automatic deletion after processing completes
  • Maximum retention: 24 hours (usually <5 minutes)
  • No permanent storage or backups of your files
How it works:
  1. 📥 Attachment downloaded from Gmail to our server
  2. 🔄 Compressed (typically 10-30 seconds)
  3. 👁️ You review the result and confirm
  4. 📤 Compressed attachment replaces the original in your Gmail (only after your approval)
  5. 🗑️ Temporary files deleted from our server immediately

No Human Access

Your files are processed automatically by software. No Farluner employee can view your emails or attachments.

  • Automated compression algorithms only
  • Zero human intervention in processing
  • No manual file reviews or inspections
  • Staff cannot access user data - by design

Secure Infrastructure

Our servers follow industry best practices for security:

  • Regular security updates and patches
  • Firewall protection and intrusion detection
  • Isolated processing environments
  • Hosted in EU and US data centers (GDPR compliant)

What Happens to Your Original Emails?

ℹ️ How it works: GmailHamster.com replaces attachments directly inside your existing emails — no new emails are sent and nothing is moved to Trash. Your inbox stays exactly as it is, just with smaller attachments.

How Email Processing Works:

  1. Select: You choose which emails with attachments to process
  2. Compress: Attachments are compressed using industry-standard algorithms — you can preview results and adjust compression level
  3. Review & Accept: You review the compression results before anything changes. Only after you click Accept does the app proceed
  4. Replace in-place: The compressed attachments replace the originals directly inside the same email — no new email is created
  5. Reclaim space: Your Gmail storage is freed up immediately, while your email stays in its original location

Login & Gmail Access

Google OAuth Authentication

We use Google's official OAuth 2.0 authentication system - the same technology used by thousands of trusted apps.

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We never see your password

Authentication happens directly with Google

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You control access

Revoke our access anytime from your Google Account settings

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Limited permissions

We only request the minimum permissions needed

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Secure tokens

Access tokens expire and can be revoked

What Permissions We Request:

Gmail Modify Required

Why: To read emails with attachments, download attachments, and replace them with compressed versions in-place

What we do: Search for emails, download attachments, compress them, replace original attachments in the same email

What we don't do: Read email content, access emails without attachments, send emails on your behalf

Email Address Required

Why: To identify your account and associate your payment/usage

What we store: Only your email address (no other profile data)

Revoking Access:

You can remove GmailHamster.com's access at any time.

From GmailHamster.com account:

  1. Click 'Account' (when you're logged in to application) in top navigation
  2. Scroll to the end of the page and click 'Disconnect Gmail Account' button

From Google account:

  1. Go to Google Account → Security → Third-party apps
  2. Find "GmailHamster.com"
  3. Click "Remove Access"

Note: This will log you out and stop the app from accessing your Gmail.

What We DON'T Do

❌ We don't read your emails

We only process attachments - email text/subject is never accessed

❌ We don't store your files

Files are deleted immediately after compression

❌ We don't sell your data

We're a paid product, not an ad-supported service

❌ We don't share with third parties

Your data stays with us (except compression services we own)

❌ We don't send emails on your behalf

We replace attachments in-place — no new emails are ever sent from your account

❌ We don't use your files for training

Your attachments are never used for AI/ML training

Compliance & Certifications

GDPR Compliant

As an EU-based company, we follow the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

  • Right to access your data
  • Right to deletion (be forgotten)
  • Right to data portability
  • Transparent data processing

🔒 Google OAuth Verified

Our app has been reviewed by Google for security compliance:

  • OAuth 2.0 best practices
  • Secure token handling
  • Minimal permission scope
  • Regular security audits

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you see my email passwords?

No. We use Google OAuth, which means authentication happens directly with Google. We never see or handle your password.

What if I accidentally compress the wrong email?

Compression is irreversible — the original attachment is replaced in-place and is not stored elsewhere. To avoid mistakes, always review the compression results carefully before clicking Accept. The app shows you a side-by-side quality comparison before anything is changed.

Do you keep copies of my files?

No. Files are automatically deleted after compression (typically within minutes). Maximum retention is 24 hours for technical cleanup purposes.

Can I use this for sensitive documents?

While we implement strong security measures, we recommend extra caution with highly sensitive documents (medical records, legal documents, etc.). Consider consulting your organization's security policy first.

What happens if your servers are compromised?

Even in a worst-case scenario, there's minimal risk because:

  • Files are only stored temporarily (minutes, not days)
  • All data is encrypted in transit (HTTPS)
  • Processing happens in isolated containers
  • We'd notify users immediately per GDPR requirements
How do I delete my account and data?

Email farluner.help@gmail.com with your request. We'll:

  • Delete your account information
  • Revoke all access tokens
  • Confirm deletion within 48 hours

You should also revoke access in your Google Account settings.

Still Have Questions?

We're committed to transparency and earning your trust. If you have any security concerns or questions:

We typically respond within 24 hours