Version 1.0 — October 29th, 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how Musik Erkennung Pro (“website”, “site”, “app”, “controller”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, stores, and shares (“processes”) your personal data when you use our services (“Services”).
You use our Services when you:
- Visit https://musikerkennungpro.com or any subdomain or page that links to this Privacy Policy.
 
By using our website, you agree to this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Use.
If you disagree, please stop using our Services and contact us at contact@musikerkennung.com.
SUMMARY OF KEY POINTS
- What data do we collect?
We may collect some personal data based on how you interact with our website. See Section 1. - Do we receive data from third parties?
No, we do not. - Why do we collect your data?
We collect the minimum data needed to run and improve our Services. This includes usage analysis and ad delivery. All processing is secure, automated, and anonymous. See Section 2. - What are your rights?
Depending on your location, you may have legal rights over your data. See Section 7. - How can you exercise your rights?
Email us at contact@musikerkennung.com and we will respond under applicable laws. 
1. WHAT INFORMATION DO WE COLLECT?
Personal Information You Provide
We collect personal data you share voluntarily, for example when you email us at contact@musikerkennung.com.
Sensitive Information
We do not collect sensitive personal data.
Information Collected Automatically
When you use our site, we automatically collect non-identifiable data.
This data helps us analyze traffic and improve performance.
It is processed by automated systems only, with no human access.
Data we collect includes:
- Referring URL (the site you came from)
 - IP address
 - Pages visited
 - Date and time of visit
 - Session duration
 - Country and city
 - Browser language and version
 - Operating system
 
User Content
Musik Erkennung Pro lets users recognize songs from audio or video files, or from social media clips and links.
Files you upload are sent securely to our servers.
Links are streamed directly and never saved.
Transfers use SSL encryption, and processing is fully automated.
No one views or accesses your files.
Files are deleted automatically and permanently after recognition, whether successful or not.
We do not log or copy uploaded files or links.
2. HOW DO WE PROCESS YOUR INFORMATION?
We process your data to provide, improve, and manage our Services, and to comply with laws.
We use your data to:
- Show personalized ads that may match your interests and location.
 - Analyze usage trends to improve site performance.
 - Protect vital interests, such as preventing harm.
 
3. WHAT LEGAL BASES DO WE RELY ON TO PROCESS YOUR INFORMATION?
Under the GDPR, we process data based on:
- Consent (Art. 6(1)(a)) — when you give permission.
 - Contract (Art. 6(1)(b)) — to fulfill or prepare a contract with you.
 - Legal obligation (Art. 6(1)(c)) — when required by law.
 - Vital interests (Art. 6(1)(d)) — to protect someone’s safety.
 - Legitimate interests (Art. 6(1)(f)) — for business purposes that do not override your rights.
 
4. HOW LONG DO WE KEEP YOUR INFORMATION?
We keep your data only as long as needed to meet the purposes in this policy or as required by law.
After that, we delete or anonymize it.
If deletion is delayed (e.g., backups), we store it securely until removal.
User Content:
 Uploaded files are deleted automatically after processing.
We also perform daily cleanups every 24 hours to remove any remaining files.
We never store data from links.
5. DO WE USE COOKIES AND OTHER TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES?
Yes, we use cookies and analytics tools to operate the site and improve user experience.
Analytics
We use Google Analytics with IP anonymization to understand how visitors use our site.
You can disable tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Add-On:
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Learn more:
Cookies
Cookies are small files that help websites function better.
You can block or delete cookies through your browser settings, but doing so may affect site performance.
More info: All About Cookies
 Legal basis: Article 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interest).
6. LINKS TO OTHER WEBSITES
Our site may link to other websites or platforms (“Third-Party Sites”).
We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.
Always review their privacy policies before sharing data.
7. WHAT ARE YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS?
Under the GDPR, you have rights to:
- Access your data (Art. 15)
 - Correct inaccurate data (Art. 16)
 - Request deletion (Art. 17)
 - Limit processing (Art. 18)
 - Transfer data to another controller (Art. 20)
 - Object to processing, including for marketing (Art. 21)
 - File a complaint with a data authority (Art. 77)
 
To use your rights, email us at contact@musikerkennung.com.
8. DO WE MAKE UPDATES TO THIS NOTICE?
Yes, we may update this Privacy Policy to follow new laws or practices.
Changes will show a new “Updated” date and take effect when posted.
If major updates occur, we may post a notice or contact you directly.
Check this page often to stay informed.
9. HOW CAN YOU CONTACT US?
For any questions or privacy requests, contact us at:
📧 contact@musikerkennung.com
