Who We Are
Welcome to blog.virtuemediarecords.com, operated by Virtue Media Records (“we,” “us,” or “our”). Our mission is to share updates, insights, and news about our music label and its artists.
Contact Information:
- Website: blog.virtuemediarecords.com
- Email: contact@virtuemediarecords.com
What Personal Data We Collect and Why We Collect It
1. Information You Provide to Us:
- Contact Information: Name and email address provided when subscribing to newsletters or commenting on blog posts. This is collected to provide updates and allow for interaction with our content.
- User Content: Information shared in comments, such as usernames and comment text, is collected to facilitate discussions on our blog.
2. Information Collected Automatically:
- Log Data: Includes your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URL, and access times. This data is used for analytics and troubleshooting.
- Cookies: Cookies help track preferences and improve your experience. For example, we use cookies to remember your login details or analyze site traffic.
3. Media:
If users upload media files to the site, these files may be publicly accessible. Users should avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS).
4. Contact Forms:
We collect the information you provide in our contact forms, including your name and email address. Submissions are retained for six months for customer service purposes and are not used for marketing without explicit consent.
Cookies Policy
We use cookies to enhance your experience and track website usage. These include:
- Session cookies to maintain your login status.
- Analytics cookies, such as Google Analytics, to track user behavior (see Google’s Privacy Policy).
You can control cookie preferences in your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit some functionalities of our website.
Analytics
We use Google Analytics to collect anonymized data about website traffic and user behavior. This helps us improve our content and user experience. Users can opt out of Google Analytics tracking via Google’s opt-out tools.
Who We Share Your Data With
We may share your data with the following third parties:
- Hosting Provider: Hostinger, which ensures our website operates smoothly.
- Email Services: Providers like Gmail & Omnisend to send newsletters or respond to inquiries.
Links to their privacy policies:
How Long We Retain Your Data
We retain personal data based on the following schedule:
- Comments: Indefinitely, unless deletion is requested by the user.
- Contact Form Entries: Six months.
- Analytics Records: One year.
What Rights You Have Over Your Data
You have the right to:
- Request access to your data.
- Request correction of inaccuracies.
- Request deletion of your data.
- Withdraw consent for data processing at any time.
To exercise these rights, contact us at contact@virtuemediarecords.com.
Where Your Data Is Sent
Data may be transferred to and processed outside the European Union. We ensure compliance with European data protection standards through measures such as:
- Hosting providers that comply with GDPR.
- Agreements incorporating Privacy Shield or model clauses.
How We Protect Your Data
We employ the following measures to protect your data:
- Encryption for sensitive data.
- Two-factor authentication for administrative access.
- Regular staff training on data protection.
What Data Breach Procedures We Have in Place
In the event of a data breach, we will:
- Notify affected users promptly.
- Report the breach to the relevant authorities if required.
- Conduct an internal review to address vulnerabilities.
What Third Parties We Receive Data From
We may receive anonymized data from third-party analytics tools to improve website performance and user experience.
What Automated Decision Making and/or Profiling We Do With User Data
Our website does not engage in automated decision-making or profiling based on user data.
Industry Regulatory Disclosure Requirements
Virtue Media Records adheres to industry regulations regarding data privacy and protection. If additional disclosures are required, they will be updated here.
Contact Information
For privacy-specific concerns, please contact:
We are committed to ensuring your privacy is respected and your data is handled responsibly.