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File Upload & Management
Complete guide to uploading and managing your files
1. Overview
Legacy provides secure, encrypted storage for your important files. This guide covers everything you need to know about uploading, managing, and organizing your files.
Key Features:
2. Supported File Types
Legacy supports a wide range of file formats:
📄 Documents
- • PDF (.pdf)
- • Word (.doc, .docx)
- • Excel (.xls, .xlsx)
- • PowerPoint (.ppt, .pptx)
- • Text files (.txt)
🖼️ Images
- • JPEG (.jpg, .jpeg)
- • PNG (.png)
- • GIF (.gif)
- • WebP (.webp)
- • HEIC (.heic)
🎥 Media
- • Video (.mp4, .mov, .avi)
- • Audio (.mp3, .wav, .m4a)
🗜️ Archives
- • ZIP (.zip)
- • RAR (.rar)
- • 7-Zip (.7z)
⚠️ Restricted Files:
Executable files (.exe, .dmg, .app) and system files are not allowed for security reasons.
3. File Size Limits
File size limits depend on your subscription plan:
| Plan | Max Files | Total Storage | Max File Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | 2 files | 100 MB | 50 MB per file |
| Basic | 10 files | 1 GB | 100 MB per file |
| Premium | Unlimited | Unlimited | 500 MB per file |
4. Upload Process
Follow these steps to upload a file:
Navigate to Upload Page
Click "Upload Files" from home page or dashboard
Choose Upload Method
- • Drag and drop files into the upload area
- • Click "Browse" to select files from your device
File Validation
System checks file type and size automatically
Add Details
Fill in title, message, expiry period (see next section)
Add Beneficiaries
Enter email addresses of designated beneficiaries
Upload & Encrypt
Click "Upload File" - progress bar shows upload status
Complete
File is encrypted and stored securely. Beneficiaries are notified.
5. Adding File Details
Each uploaded file requires specific details:
File Title (Required)
Give your file a descriptive name that beneficiaries will see.
Example: "Smith Family Will - Updated 2024"
Message to Beneficiaries (Optional)
Add a personal message explaining the file's importance.
Example: "This contains important legal documents. Please keep them safe."
Expiry Period (Required)
Choose how long to store the file:
- • Free: 1 month only
- • Basic: 1, 3, or 6 months
- • Premium: 1, 3, 6, 12 months, or Lifetime
6. Managing Files
View and manage all your files from the Dashboard:
File Information Displayed:
Available Actions:
- View file details and metadata
- Edit file information
- Add or remove beneficiaries
- Extend expiry period
- Download your own files
- Delete files permanently
7. Editing Files
You can edit file details after upload:
Editable Information:
- ✓ File title
- ✓ Message to beneficiaries
- ✓ Beneficiary list (add/remove)
- ✓ Expiry period (extend only)
⚠️ Cannot Edit:
The actual file content cannot be edited. To update a file, delete the old one and upload a new version.
8. Deleting Files
To permanently delete a file:
- Go to your Dashboard
- Find the file you want to delete
- Click the "Delete" or trash icon
- Confirm deletion in the popup
⚠️ Warning: Permanent Action
- • Deleted files cannot be recovered
- • Beneficiaries will lose access immediately
- • All associated data is removed
- • Consider downloading a backup first
9. File Expiry & Renewal
Files are automatically deleted when they expire. Here's how it works:
Expiry Notifications:
- 30 days before expiry
- 7 days before expiry
- 1 day before expiry
- On expiry date
Extending Expiry:
You can extend the expiry period at any time before it expires. Go to Dashboard → Select file → Edit → Choose new expiry period.
💡 Pro Tip:
Premium users can set files to "Lifetime" storage - they never expire unless you manually delete them.