🎯 Guest Mode Guide
What is Guest Mode?
Guest mode lets you use FixMyData instantly without creating an account. Perfect for quick data cleaning tasks!
⏱️ Session Timer
Your session lasts 30 minutes of inactivity. The timer at the top shows remaining time:
⚠️ Warning: When timer reaches 05:00, you'll see a warning popup. Download your data before it expires!
🔄 Extend Your Session
Need more time? Click the "Extend Session" button to add 30 more minutes.
- Can extend unlimited times
- Each extension adds 30 minutes
- Timer resets immediately
💾 Download Your Data
Important: Always download before session expires!
Available formats:
- CSV - Comma-separated values
- TXT - Tab-separated text
- Excel - .xlsx spreadsheet
- PDF - Formatted report
- Word - .docx document
🗑️ Data Retention
Your data: Automatically deleted when session expires
Admin backup: Encrypted backup kept for 90 days for security audit only
💡 Tip: Cannot recover data after expiry. Download everything you need!
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to create an account?
No, guest mode works without any registration.
Can I recover data after session expires?
No, data is permanently deleted. Download before expiry.
Is my data secure?
Yes, data is isolated per session and encrypted in transit.
What happens if I close the browser?
Session expires and data is deleted within 5 minutes.
Can other users see my data?
No, each session is completely isolated.
✅ Best Practices
- Download early - don't wait until last minute
- Use extensions if you need more time
- Watch the timer regularly
- Save results to your computer
- Export in multiple formats if needed