Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use Worldpianos.org.

Effective Date: January 1, 2025 | Last Updated: January 1, 2025

Table of Contents

1. Information We Collect 2. How We Use Information 3. Information Sharing 4. Data Security 5. Your Rights and Choices 6. Cookies and Tracking 7. International Data Transfers 8. Children's Privacy 9. Changes to This Policy 10. Contact Information

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information

  • Email address (when you create an account)
  • Name and profile information (optional)
  • Location data (when you add or interact with pianos)
  • Photos and descriptions you submit

Usage Information

  • How you interact with our website and services
  • Pages visited and features used
  • Device information and browser type
  • IP address and general location

2. How We Use Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and improve our piano mapping services
  • Enable you to add, edit, and discover pianos
  • Send you notifications about events and updates
  • Analyze usage patterns to improve our platform
  • Prevent fraud and ensure platform security
  • Comply with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing

We share your information only in these circumstances:

  • Public Information: Piano locations and descriptions you submit are publicly visible
  • Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate the platform
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
  • Business Transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

We never sell your personal information to third parties.

4. Data Security

We implement security measures to protect your information:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Regular security assessments and updates
  • Limited access to personal information
  • Secure hosting and database management

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal information
  • Correction: Update or correct your information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
  • Portability: Export your data in a machine-readable format
  • Objection: Object to processing of your information

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@worldpianos.org

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies for:

  • Essential: Basic website functionality and security
  • Analytics: Understanding how users interact with our site (Matomo)
  • Preferences: Remembering your settings and preferences

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

7. International Data Transfers

Our services may involve transferring data internationally. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:

  • Compliance with GDPR and other privacy regulations
  • Standard contractual clauses with service providers
  • Regular assessment of data protection measures

8. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. When we do:

  • We will post the updated policy on this page
  • We will update the "Last Updated" date
  • For significant changes, we will notify users via email

10. Contact Information

For questions about this privacy policy or our privacy practices, contact us:

Email: privacy@worldpianos.org

General Contact: hello@worldpianos.org

Mailing Address: Sing For Hope, Inc., New York, NY

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