Privacy at Sparkles Drive

Updated 9 September 2026. Sparkles Drive is Sparkles Showbar’s private performance library.

Information used

The service stores account names, password hashes, login sessions, performance file names and ownership, folder information, upload progress, and DJ computer delivery records. Security records help protect accounts and diagnose errors.

Where files go and who can see them

Music and videos are stored in the administrator’s Google Drive. IONOS hosts the app and its account and file catalogue. Media passes through the server during transfers without being retained there. Each performer can access only their own library. The administrator and paired DJ computers can access all performance libraries. Paired Windows apps can upload new and edited performance files as well as download them. DJ computers retain downloaded copies for offline shows.

Google account access

Only the administrator connects a Google account. The app requests Google’s drive.file permission to create and manage files used with this app. It stores the connected account identity and encrypted connection credentials to maintain access. Performers do not need to connect Google accounts. Google data is used to provide file storage and delivery, not advertising, sale of personal information, or AI model training.

Cookies and security

Essential cookies maintain sign-in and secure the Google connection. The app does not include advertising or analytics trackers. Connections use HTTPS. Passwords are hashed and Google connection secrets are encrypted at rest.

Retention and control

Files and account records remain until the administrator removes them. Removing a number in the app hides it from the library while retaining its Google Drive object for administrator recovery. Earlier versions and local history copies may also remain until removed by the administrator. Disabling an account or revoking a DJ computer prevents future access but does not erase files already downloaded. For access, correction, deletion, or privacy questions, contact the Sparkles Showbar administrator who invited you. Removal requests need to cover the Drive copy, app records and any DJ computer copies.

The Google account owner can revoke the connection through their Google account’s connected apps settings. This stops future Google access and does not itself remove stored files.