Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Cantus ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform. Please read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal data.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you register for an account, we collect:

• Email address
• Username and display name
• Profile information (bio, avatar, location)
• Professional information (roles, genres, skills)

Content You Provide

We collect content you voluntarily provide, including:

• Audio files and music you upload
• Posts, comments, and messages
• Service listings and opportunity postings
• Collaboration stems and files

Automatically Collected Information

When you access our platform, we automatically collect certain information including your IP address, browser type, device information, and usage patterns through cookies and similar technologies.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our platform
• Process and complete transactions
• Send you technical notices, updates, and support messages
• Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
• Facilitate connections between creators and collaborators
• Monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities
• Detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent transactions and abuse
• Personalize and improve your experience

4. Information Sharing

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With other users: Your profile information, posts, and public content are visible to other users of the platform
• With service providers: We share information with vendors and service providers who perform services on our behalf
• For legal reasons: We may disclose information if required by law or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect rights, safety, or property
• Business transfers: In connection with any merger, acquisition, or sale of company assets

5. Data Storage & Security

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information. Your data is stored on secure servers provided by Supabase, which employs encryption and access controls to safeguard your information.

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

6. Your Rights & Choices

You have the right to:

• Access and receive a copy of your personal data
• Rectify inaccurate or incomplete personal data
• Request deletion of your personal data
• Object to or restrict processing of your data
• Data portability - receive your data in a structured format
• Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent

7. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect and track information and improve our platform. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or indicate when a cookie is being sent.

Essential cookies are required for the platform to function properly, including authentication and session management.

8. Third-Party Services

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not operated by us. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.

9. Children's Privacy

Our platform is not intended for children under the age of 13. 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.

10. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. We will retain and use your information as necessary to comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at privacy@cantus.app