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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 7, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Ozone Archive ("we," "us," "our," or "Company"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Services. By accessing and using Ozone Archive, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the provisions of this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

• Account Registration: When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, and password.
• Profile Information: Bio, location, website URL, profile picture, and other information you add to your profile.
• Communications: Messages, comments, and feedback you send us or post on our platform.
• Payment Information: Billing address, payment method, and transaction history (processed securely by third-party providers).

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, clicks, searches, and interaction patterns.
• Location Data: Approximate location based on IP address (not precise GPS).
• Cookies & Tracking: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience.

2.3 Information from Third Parties

• Social Media Integration: If you link your SoundCloud or social media accounts, we access authorized information from those platforms.
• Analytics Providers: Third-party analytics services provide usage insights.

2.4 Third-Party Services We Use

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Service Provision: Creating and managing your account, providing customer support, and processing transactions.
• Communication: Sending transactional emails, newsletters (with your consent), and responding to inquiries.
• Personalization: Customizing content, recommendations, and user experience based on your preferences.
• Analytics & Research: Understanding user behavior, improving our services, and conducting research.
• Safety & Compliance: Detecting and preventing fraud, enforcing terms of service, and complying with legal obligations.
• Marketing: With your explicit consent, sending promotional content and advertisements (you can opt-out anytime).

4. Data Retention

4.1 Retention Policy

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to provide our Services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

4.2 Retention Timeline

• Active Accounts: Data retained for the duration of your account.
• Inactive Accounts: After 2 years of inactivity, we may anonymize or delete your data (you can opt for longer retention).
• Comments & Posts: Retained until deletion or account closure.
• Backup Data: We maintain backups for up to 90 days for recovery purposes.

4.3 Data Retention Preferences

You can adjust your data retention preferences in your account settings. Options include:

• 30 days (automatic deletion of old comments)
• 6 months (standard retention)
• 1 year, 2 years, or 5 years (extended retention)
• Indefinite (until account closure)

5. Your Rights

5.1 GDPR Rights (EU/EEA Residents)

• Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten").
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data.
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format.
• Right to Object: Opt-out of certain processing activities.

5.2 CCPA Rights (California Residents)

• Right to know what personal information is collected, used, and shared.
• Right to delete personal information (with limited exceptions).
• Right to opt-out of the sale or sharing of personal information.
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising CCPA rights.

5.3 How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected] with your request. We will respond within 30 days (or as required by applicable law).

6. Data Security

6.1 Security Measures

• Encryption: Data in transit is protected with SSL/TLS encryption (HTTPS).
• Database Security: Passwords are hashed with strong algorithms; sensitive data is encrypted at rest.
• CSRF Protection: We implement CSRF tokens to prevent unauthorized requests.
• Input Sanitization: We sanitize all user input to prevent XSS and injection attacks.
• Rate Limiting: API endpoints are rate-limited to prevent abuse and DoS attacks.
• Access Controls: Only authorized personnel have access to your data.

6.2 Data Breach Notification

In the event of a confirmed data breach affecting your personal information, we will notify you and regulatory authorities as required by law, typically within 72 hours of discovery.

7. Children's Privacy (COPPA)

7.1 Age Restrictions

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will immediately delete such information and terminate the child's account.

7.2 Parental Consent (Ages 13-18)

For users between 13-18 years old, we provide enhanced privacy protections and require parental notification for account creation. Parents can request access to their child's information or request deletion.

7.3 Age Verification

During account creation, we verify your age. Users claiming to be under 18 are subject to additional protective measures and parental consent requirements.

8. International Data Transfers

Ozone Archive is headquartered in the United States. If you are accessing our Services from the EU, EEA, UK, or other regions with data protection laws, your information will be transferred to and processed in the United States.

We ensure adequate safeguards for international data transfers, including Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) and Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs) as appropriate.

9. Third-Party Links

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

10. Cookie Policy

10.1 Types of Cookies

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for site functionality (authentication, security).
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand user behavior (Google Analytics).
• Marketing Cookies: Enable targeted advertising (only with consent).
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences.

10.2 Cookie Management

You can control cookies through your browser settings or our cookie consent banner. Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our Services.

11. Contact Us

12. Policy Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be communicated via email or through a prominent notice on our website. Your continued use of our Services constitutes acceptance of updated policies.