Security and file handling

Survey files should not travel as loose email attachments.

SurveyDrafts uses a private Dropbox File Request for uploads, with TLS-protected transfer and Dropbox AES-256 storage encryption.

Upload model

  • Files are uploaded through a private Dropbox File Request link.
  • Uploaders cannot browse the destination folder or see other client files.
  • Files are transferred over SSL/TLS.
  • Dropbox stores files using 256-bit AES encryption.

Working boundary

Survey files are used to prepare the requested transcript or draft report only. Drafts are returned to the instructing surveyor for review, amendment and final issue.

Retention periods, deletion timing and any controller/processor terms should be confirmed before ongoing paid work.