Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy of MusicHeartsFM

Last Updated: March 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to MusicHeartsFM (the "Service"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://musichearts.fm and use our music services.

We operate in full compliance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Spanish Organic Law on Data Protection (LOPDGDD).

2. Data Controller

The entity responsible for processing your personal data (the "Controller") is:

  • Name: Aleksei Melikhov (Registered Autónomo)

  • Location: Alicante, Spain

  • Contact Email: [email protected]

3. Data We Collect

We collect only the information necessary to provide and improve our Service:

  • Identity Data: If you authenticate via Google or Facebook Login, we receive your name, email address, and profile picture.

  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and device information are processed via Cloudflare to ensure security and prevent fraudulent activity.

  • Usage Data: Information on how you use our website, including search queries and music preferences, to enhance your experience.

4. Third-Party Services and Data Transfers

To provide a rich musical experience, we integrate with several external providers. Each provider handles data according to its own privacy policy:

  • Google OAuth & Analytics: We use Google for authentication and to analyze website traffic.

  • Meta (Facebook) Login: We use Meta for user authentication.

  • YouTube API Services: Our Service uses YouTube API Services to provide video and audio content. By using MusicHeartsFM, you agree to be bound by the YouTube Terms of Service and the Google Privacy Policy. You can revoke access to your data via the Google Security Settings page.

  • MusicBrainz: We use the MusicBrainz API to fetch musical metadata (artist info, album art). No personal user data is shared with MusicBrainz; only general search queries are processed by their servers.

  • Cloudflare: We use Cloudflare for content delivery, DDoS protection, and infrastructure security.

5. Advertising (Journey by Mediavine)

We use Journey by Mediavine to serve advertisements on this site.

Journey by Mediavine uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website or other sites on the Internet. This allows Journey and its advertising partners to show you personalized advertisements.

You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings or NAI opt-out page.

For more information about Journey by Mediavine's privacy practices, please visit journeymv.com/privacy.

6. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Automated Processing

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning algorithms to analyze your musical tastes and provide personalized recommendations.

  • This processing is designed solely to improve your user experience.

  • We do not use AI for automated decision-making that produces legal effects.

  • Our AI practices comply with the EU AI Act, ensuring transparency, safety, and respect for fundamental rights.

7. Cookies

We use essential cookies for authentication and security. We also use third-party cookies (e.g., Google AdSense/Analytics) for advertising and performance tracking. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

8. Data Storage and Retention

Your personal data is stored on secure servers located within the European Union. We retain your information only as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you with the Service.

9. Your Rights (GDPR)

Under the GDPR, you have the following rights:

  • Access & Portability: Request a copy of your personal data.

  • Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data.

  • Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten"): Request the total deletion of your account and data.

  • Object & Restrict: Object to data processing or request its limitation.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

10. Data Deletion Instructions

If you wish to delete your account and all associated data collected via Facebook or Google Login, you can do so by sending a request to [email protected]. We will process your deletion request and remove all your personal information from our databases within 30 days.

11. Jurisdiction

Any disputes related to this Privacy Policy shall be governed by the laws of Spain, and the parties submit to the jurisdiction of the Courts of Alicante.

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