Legal
Privacy
Policy.
Last updated: January 2025
At VYNL, we believe your data belongs to you. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our platform.
Our Philosophy
"We collect only what we need. We never sell your data. Your relationship with artists is yours, not ours."
Information We Collect
Account Information
When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, and password. Artists may also provide payment information for receiving payouts.
Usage Data
We collect information about how you interact with the platform, including pages visited, content accessed, and features used. This helps us improve the experience.
Payment Information
Payment processing is handled by secure third-party providers. We do not store complete credit card numbers on our servers.
How We Use Your Information
- Provide and maintain the VYNL platform
- Process transactions between fans and artists
- Send essential communications about your account
- Provide artists with supporter analytics
- Improve and personalize your experience
- Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal data. Period.
We share information only in the following circumstances:
- With Artists: When you support an artist, they receive your display name and email to communicate with you
- Service Providers: With trusted partners who help us operate (payment processors, hosting)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect rights and safety
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access and download your personal data
- Correct inaccurate information
- Delete your account and associated data
- Opt out of marketing communications
- Request data portability
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@vynl.fm
Cookies & Tracking
We use essential cookies to keep you logged in and remember your preferences. We use minimal analytics to understand how the platform is used.
We do not use invasive tracking, behavioral advertising, or third-party cookies that follow you across the web.
Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including encryption in transit and at rest, secure authentication, and regular security audits.
While no system is 100% secure, we are committed to protecting your information and will notify you promptly in the event of a data breach.
Data Retention
We retain your data only as long as necessary to provide our services or as required by law. When you delete your account, we remove your personal data within 30 days, except where legal obligations require longer retention.
Contact Us
For privacy-related questions or concerns, contact our team at privacy@vynl.fm