Introduction

At VibeMusic, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you use our music streaming platform. By using VibeMusic, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

Information We Collect

Account Information

When you create an account with VibeMusic, we collect:

Email address and password for authentication
Username and display name for your profile
Profile picture and bio information (optional)
Account preferences and settings

Payment Information

For premium subscriptions, we collect:

Payment method details (processed securely by our payment partners)
Billing address and contact information
Subscription history and payment records

Usage Data

We automatically collect information about how you use our service:

Listening history, playlists, and favorites
Search queries and browsing patterns
Device information (type, operating system, browser)
App usage statistics and performance data

Important: We do not collect or track your IP address, location data, or any geolocation information. Your privacy is protected by our minimal data collection practices.

Content You Upload

If you upload audio edits or other content to our platform, we collect and store that content along with associated metadata such as title, description, and upload date. All user uploads go through a manual review process before publication to ensure compliance with our policies and copyright laws.

Minimal Data Collection Practices

At VibeMusic, we believe in protecting your privacy through minimal data collection. We only collect the information necessary to provide our service:

No IP Tracking: We do not collect, store, or track your IP address
No Location Data: We do not collect any geolocation information or location data
No Behavioral Tracking: We do not track your browsing behavior outside of our platform
No Advertising Data: We do not collect data for advertising purposes
Essential Information Only: We only collect information necessary for account management, service provision, and legal compliance

Our commitment to minimal data collection ensures that your privacy is protected while still providing you with the full functionality of our audio editing platform.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

Service Provision: To provide, maintain, and improve our audio editing platform
Content Discovery: To help you discover and organize audio edits and highlights
Account Management: To manage your account, process payments, and handle subscription renewals
Communication: To send you important service updates, security notifications, and account-related messages
Analytics: To analyze usage patterns and improve our platform's performance and user experience
Security: To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security threats
Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes
Research: To conduct research and development to enhance our service offerings

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share your information
Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our platform (payment processors, cloud storage providers, analytics services)
Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
Protection of Rights: To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or the public
Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (with appropriate privacy protections)
Aggregated Data: We may share anonymized, aggregated data that does not identify individual users

Data Security

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our security practices include:

End-to-end encryption for data in transit and at rest
Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
Multi-factor authentication and access controls
Secure data centers with physical and digital security measures
Employee training on data protection and privacy best practices
Incident response procedures and breach notification protocols
Regular backup and disaster recovery procedures

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but we continuously work to maintain the highest standards of data protection.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
Correction: Request that we update or correct inaccurate or incomplete information
Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal requirements)
Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
Objection: Object to certain types of processing, such as direct marketing
Restriction: Request that we limit how we process your personal data
Withdrawal: Withdraw consent for data processing where consent was the legal basis

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below. We will respond to your request within the timeframes required by applicable law.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on VibeMusic. These technologies help us:

Remember your preferences and login status
Analyze how you use our platform to improve our service
Provide personalized content and recommendations
Ensure the security and functionality of our platform

We do not use cookies for advertising purposes or to track your location. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling certain cookies may limit your ability to use some features of our service.

Third-Party Services

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external services. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

Children's Privacy

VibeMusic is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

International Data Transfers

Your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information, including standard contractual clauses and adequacy decisions where required. Given our minimal data collection practices (no IP addresses, location data, or tracking), the amount of personal data transferred is limited to essential account and service information.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it. Account information is typically retained for the duration of your account plus a reasonable period for legal and business purposes.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the “Last updated” date. For significant changes, we may also send you an email notification. Your continued use of our service after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, our data practices, or would like to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

Email: privacy@vibemusic.com

We are committed to addressing your privacy concerns and will respond to your inquiry as quickly as possible.