Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 29, 2025

Amara LLC ("Amara", "we", "our", "us") is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, share, and protect your information when you visit our website, use our services, submit music, sign contracts with us, or communicate with our team.

By using our services, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

We may collect the following information when you interact with us:

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Artist or label information
  • Contracts and agreement data
  • Social media links
  • Payment details (bank account, IBAN, PayPal, etc.)
  • Uploaded music files, artwork, metadata
  • Messages and communication history

Automatically Collected Information

When you use our website or dashboard:

  • IP address
  • Device information
  • Browser details
  • Cookies and usage data
  • Analytics data (traffic, pages visited, duration, etc.)

Third-Party Data Sources

We may receive information from:

  • Premium Publishing Networks
  • YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music, Meta
  • Rights management platforms (Content ID, MLC, BMI, ASCAP, etc.)
  • Payment providers

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide music distribution and publishing services
  • Manage your releases, royalties, and rights
  • Communicate regarding your account, payments, or issues
  • Prevent fraud and unauthorized activity
  • Improve our website and internal systems
  • Fulfill legal obligations (contracts, taxation, KYC, audits)

Legal Basis (GDPR Compliance)

We process your data under:

  • Contractual necessity – To deliver our services
  • Legal obligation – Tax, accounting, anti-fraud laws
  • Legitimate interest – Service improvement, fraud protection
  • Consent – For marketing communication or optional features

Sharing Your Information

We may share your data ONLY with:

  • Digital platforms (YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music, etc.)
  • Premium Publishing Networks (our global distribution partner)
  • Payment processors and financial institutions
  • Legal and tax authorities if legally required
  • Trusted service providers (hosting, analytics, support tools)

We never sell your personal data.

How We Store and Protect Data

  • Data secured using encryption and access restrictions
  • Servers hosted in reputable, compliant data centers
  • Access limited to authorized Amara personnel
  • Regular audits and security checks

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have:

  • Right to access your data
  • Right to correct or update data
  • Right to be forgotten
  • Right to restrict processing
  • Right to data portability
  • Right to withdraw consent
  • Right to lodge a complaint

To exercise any right, email us at: [email protected]

Cookies

We use cookies to improve user experience, analytics, and personalization. You can disable cookies anytime through your browser settings.

Data Retention

We keep your personal data:

  • As long as your artist/label account is active
  • Additional time required under law for financial records

International Transfers

Some partners (e.g., YouTube, Apple, Spotify) may store or process data outside your country. We ensure proper safeguarding such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).

Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 16 years old. If we become aware of minors' data, we delete it immediately.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes take effect once posted on our website.

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