Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Keep the Music Alive ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and shares information when you visit keepthemusicalive.net (the "Site"). By using the Site, you agree to the practices described below.

1. Information We Collect

Information you give us

When you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us, you may provide your email address, name, or any other information you choose to share. We collect only what you submit.

Information collected automatically

When you visit the Site, our servers and analytics tools may automatically collect standard information your browser sends, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URL, pages visited, and the time and date of your visit. This information is used in aggregate to understand site usage and improve the experience.

Cookies and similar technologies

The Site may use cookies and similar technologies (such as pixels and local storage) to remember your preferences, measure site traffic, and improve performance. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features of the Site may not function properly without them.

2. How We Use Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Operate, maintain, and improve the Site;
• Send the newsletter and respond to messages you send us;
• Understand how visitors discover and use the Site;
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues, abuse, or fraud;
• Comply with applicable legal obligations.

3. How We Share Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share limited information in the following circumstances:

• Service providers: with vendors who help us operate the Site (e.g., hosting, email delivery, analytics) under contracts that require them to protect your information.
• Legal requirements: if required by law, court order, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Keep the Music Alive, our users, or the public.
• Business transfers: in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, subject to standard confidentiality protections.

4. Third-Party Sites

The Site links to festival organizers' websites, ticketing platforms, and other third-party services. These third parties have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their practices. Once you leave the Site by clicking an outbound link, this Privacy Policy no longer applies. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of every site you visit.

5. Analytics

We may use analytics services (such as Google Analytics, Plausible, or similar) to understand how visitors interact with the Site. These services may set their own cookies and collect anonymized or pseudonymized usage data. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information for only as long as needed to provide the service you requested or to comply with our legal obligations. Newsletter subscriber data is retained until you unsubscribe.

7. Your Choices and Rights

You may:

• Unsubscribe from the newsletter at any time using the link in any newsletter email;
• Request access to, correction of, or deletion of personal information we hold about you;
• Adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or notify you when cookies are sent;
• Contact us with privacy questions or concerns at the address below.

Depending on your location, you may have additional rights under laws such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), the EU/UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), or Canada's PIPEDA. To exercise any such rights, email us at hello@keepthemusicalive.net.

8. Children's Privacy

The Site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete it.

9. International Visitors

The Site is operated in North America. If you access the Site from outside the region, please note that your information may be transferred to and processed in jurisdictions whose data-protection laws may differ from those in your country.

10. Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to safeguard the information we collect. However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is fully secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when it was most recently revised. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Policy.

12. Contact

Questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices? Reach us at hello@keepthemusicalive.net.