Privacy Policy#

Overview#

This Privacy Policy describes how Bootleg.fm ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our live performance cataloguing platform (the "Service").

Information We Collect#

Information You Provide#

• Account information (username, email address, password)
• Live performance metadata you submit (show dates, venues, artist names, descriptions)
• External links to recordings hosted on third-party platforms
• Comments and interactions with other users' posts

Automatically Collected Information#

• Usage data (pages visited, features used, time spent on platform)
• Device information (browser type, operating system, IP address)
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies for essential site functionality

How We Use Your Information#

We use the collected information to:

• Provide and maintain the cataloguing service
• Enable user accounts and authentication
• Display live performance information and metadata to other users
• Improve platform functionality and user experience
• Communicate important service updates
• Respond to support requests

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)#

We process your personal information based on:

• Legitimate interests - to provide and improve our service
• Contract performance - to fulfill our obligations under these Terms
• Consent - for optional features like marketing communications
• Legal compliance - when required by law

Information Sharing#

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share information only in these limited circumstances:

• With your explicit consent
• To comply with legal obligations or court orders
• To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users
• In connection with a business transfer or merger

Third-Party Links#

Our platform contains user-submitted links to external websites and services (YouTube, Internet Archive, etc.). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

Data Security#

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information, including:

• Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS)
• Secure password storage using industry-standard hashing
• Regular security assessments

However, no internet transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights#

Depending on your location, you may have rights including:

• Access to your personal information
• Correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion of your account and associated data
• Data portability
• Opting out of certain communications

To exercise these rights, contact us at bora@bootleg.fm.

Data Retention#

We retain your information as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may delete your account at any time through your account settings.

International Users#

Our servers are located in United Kingdom. By using our service, you consent to the transfer of your information to our servers.

Children's Privacy#

Our service is not intended for users under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Changes to This Policy#

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify users of material changes via email or platform notice.

Contact Information#

For questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:

• Email: bora@bootleg.fm

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By using our Service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy.