Who this guide helps
Freelancers using external creative services
The short answer
Confirm authorization, confidentiality and tool handling before upload. A convenient interface does not prove client material may be shared.
Practical workflow
Identify personal data, unreleased concepts, contract restrictions and third-party assets. Review permitted purpose, retention, sharing and account settings. Use minimized or fictional test material where possible. Ask the client and appropriate privacy or legal reviewers about uncertainty. Keep the approval specific to a tool, dataset and task.
What a useful handoff looks like
Record authorized use without exposing the original files. Confirm deletion or access changes through supported procedures when the task ends. Explain known limits rather than promising complete erasure without evidence.
Mistakes to avoid
Do not upload an entire archive to test one function or promise zero retention from an unverified setting.
Working example: fields to record
| Field | Illustrative entry — replace with your own facts |
|---|---|
| File category | Confidential or personal material |
| Authorized purpose | Specific approved task |
| Tool question | Current retention terms |
Add your own entries; the example is illustrative. Keep sensitive information private.
Sources & further checks
Official references are starting points for further checks, not approval of a specific case, product or project.
Editorial note
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