SongProof Inc. ("SongProof", "we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you access or use our website, mobile apps, and services (collectively, the "Services").

By using our Services, you consent to the practices described in this Policy.

1. Definitions
   • Service: Service is the songproof.com website operated by SongProof Inc.
   • Personal Data: Personal Data means data about a living individual who can be identified from those data (or from those and other information either in our possession or likely to come into our possession).
   • Usage Data: Usage Data is data collected automatically either generated by the use of the Service or from the Service infrastructure itself.
   • Cookies: Cookies are small pieces of data stored on your device (computer or mobile).
   • Data Processors or Service Providers: Data Processors or Service Providers means any natural or legal person who processes the data on behalf of our platform. We may use the services of various Service Providers in order to process your data effectively.
   • User: User is any living individual who is using our service on behalf of themselves or an entity for which they are authorized to use and is the subject of Personal Data.
2. Information We Collect
   • Information You Provide
     • Personal Data: May include but not limited to your full name, address, email address and password when you register.
     • Uploaded Content: Songs, metadata, or any creative files you submit.
     • Payment Info: Payment and billing details when you purchase credits (processed via third-party payment processors).
   • Information Collected Automatically
     • Log Data: Internet Protocol (IP) address, browser type and version, operating system, unique device information, and other diagnostic information.
     • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on the site, features used.
     • Cookies: We use cookies to personalize content and analyze traffic. You may disable cookies through your browser settings.
3. How We Use Your Information
   • Provide and improve our Services
   • Provide you with Customer Service Support
   • Generate and manage your blockchain timestamps and certificates
   • Communicate with you (confirmations, updates, support, marketing, newsletters or promotional material)
   • Process payments and manage purchases
   • Detect, prevent and address technical issues
   • Monitor the usage of our Services
   • Comply with legal obligations
   • Detect and prevent fraud or misuse
   • Input into the Application for Copyright Registration at the US Copyright Office (for Users opting to use that service).
4. How We Share Information
   • Sharing: We do not sell your personal information.
   • Service Providers: For payment processing, cloud storage, and analytics.
   • Legal Advisors: When you request legal services through SongProof.
   • US Copyright Office: When you request us to submit a copyright application on your behalf through SongProof.
   • Law Enforcement or Government Agencies
     • When required by law or government agencies
     • To defend or protect our rights
     • To prevent or investigate any illegal or wrongful action in connection with our platform
     • To protect against legal liability
     • To protect the personal safety of users or of the public
5. Third-Party Services
   • Our platform may include links or integrations with third-party services (e.g., Stripe, Google, Facebook). Your interaction with these services is governed by their respective privacy policies. We assume no responsibility for the content, practices or privacy policies of any third-party sites or services.
   • Any third-parties employed by us to facilitate our services will have access to your personal data only for the purpose of performing their required tasks and are not obligated or authorized by us to disclose or use it for any other purpose.
6. Data Storage and Security
   • We store data on secure servers located in North America. We take industry-standard precautions to protect your personal data, including encryption, limited access, and regular audits.
   • If you are located outside of North America, please note that we transfer the personal data to North America to process it there.
   • However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
   • Your consent to this Privacy Policy and subsequent creation of your account confirms your agreement to transfer any personal data.
7. Your Rights and Choices
   • Topic: Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information. We may ask you to verify your identity before responding.
   • Rights may include:
     • Access, correct, or delete your personal data
     • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
     • Object to or restrict the processing of your personal data
     • Request a copy of your personal data in a portable format
     • Opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information (where applicable, e.g. CCPA)
     • Limit the use and disclosure of sensitive personal information
     • File a complaint with a relevant data protection or privacy authority
   • Compliance: We comply with GDPR, PIPEDA, CCPA/CPRA, VCDPA, and other applicable privacy laws.
   • Contact: privacy@songproof.com
8. Data Retention
   • We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide our Services.
   • We may also retain your personal data to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes or enforce our policies.
   • You can request deletion of your account and associated personal data at any time.
9. Children’s Privacy
   • SongProof is not intended for children under 18.
   • We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If we become aware that a child has submitted personal information, we will delete it promptly.
   • Parents/guardians should contact us if they believe a child has provided us with personal data.
10. Changes to This Policy
    • We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
    • We will notify users by updating the Effective Date above.
    • Continued use of our Services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.
    • You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for changes.
11. Payments
    • We use third-party services for payment processing.
    • We do not collect or store your payment card details.
    • That information is provided directly to our third-party payment processors.
    • Example: Stripe – see their <a href='https://stripe.com/en-ca/privacy'> Privacy Policy.</a>
12. Contact Us
    • Question?: For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
    • Email: privacy@songproof.com
    • Website: www.songproof.com