Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Your privacy matters. This Privacy Policy explains how personal data is collected, used, and protected when you visit HolostaticMusic.com.

This website is operated in the United Kingdom and complies with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

2. What Data We Collect

We collect and process the following types of personal data:

  • Technical Data – IP address, browser type, operating system (via analytics tools)
  • Usage Data – Pages visited, time on site, referral sources
  • Contact Information – If you send a message or sign up to be contacted (e.g. name, email address)
  • Embedded Content Data – Information from third-party services (like YouTube or SoundCloud) if you interact with embedded content

3. How We Collect Your Data

Your data may be collected through:

  • Website forms or direct email
  • Cookies and similar technologies (see Cookie Policy)
  • Embedded media (e.g. YouTube, SoundCloud, Bandcamp, Spotify)
  • Analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics)

4. Why We Collect It

We use this data to:

  • Monitor and improve site performance
  • Understand how users engage with content
  • Respond to messages or licensing enquiries
  • Prevent abuse and maintain site security

We do not sell or rent your data.

5. Legal Bases for Processing

Under the UK GDPR, the lawful bases we rely on for processing are:

  • Consent – For non-essential cookies or newsletter sign-ups
  • Legitimate Interests – For site analytics and security
  • Contractual Obligation – If you contact us regarding a commercial enquiry

6. Sharing Your Data

Your data may be shared with trusted third-party providers such as:

  • Google (Analytics)
  • YouTube / Spotify / Bandcamp / SoundCloud (if you play embedded media)

We do not sell or rent your data to any other third parties. Data is only shared where necessary to deliver and improve the website experience.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:

  • Analytics data: typically retained for 14–26 months via Google
  • Emails or messages: retained for as long as required to deal with your enquiry

You can request deletion of your data at any time.

8. Your Data Rights (UK GDPR)

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Request correction or deletion
  • Withdraw consent (for marketing or cookies)
  • Object to or restrict processing
  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

To exercise your rights, contact:
📧 hello@holostaticmusic.com

9. Cookie Usage

We use essential and optional cookies to improve your experience. Please see our separate Cookie Policy for full details.

10. Third-Party Links

This site may contain links to other websites or services (e.g., Spotify, YouTube). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.

11. Contact

For questions or data requests, contact:
📧 hello@holostaticmusic.com
📍 United Kingdom

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. The current version will always be available at https://www.holostaticmusic.com/privacy.