| Privacy Policy
Last Updated: December 23, 2024
Hype Audio Hub ("we," "our," or "the Company") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring a secure experience for users of our website, [Hypeaudiohub.com] (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit or interact with our Site. By accessing or using the Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms, please discontinue use of the Site.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you interact with our Site:
Personal Information: Information you provide when registering for an account, purchasing products, submitting inquiries, or engaging with the content (e.g., name, email address, phone number).
Automatically Collected Information: Information automatically collected when you use the Site, such as IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and duration of visits.
Data Retention for Automatically Collected Information: Automatically collected data, such as IP addresses, will be retained for up to 6 months from the date of your visit.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and personalize content. Cookies are only used with your explicit consent. You can manage your cookie settings through your browser, and if you do not wish to accept cookies, you may disable them.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
To provide and improve our services
To respond to customer inquiries and support requests
To personalize user experience and deliver tailored content
For analytics to enhance the Site and services
To comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes
With your consent, to communicate marketing and promotional content
To feature K-pop charts, artist recommendations, and exclusive articles
To manage and display creator portfolios and interviews
To facilitate transactions for creator resource packs
Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data
We process personal data in accordance with applicable laws, including:
Contractual Necessity: To fulfill our contract with you or take steps before entering into a contract.
Consent: For marketing, newsletter communications, and creator portfolio submissions, where applicable.
Legal Obligation: To comply with legal requirements, such as tax or business regulations.
Legitimate Interests: For activities such as improving our services based on user behavior and preferences.
Retention of Personal Data
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected. For example:
Account and Service Records: Retained for up to 1 year after account deletion.
Legal Obligations: Retained for the period required by applicable law (e.g., tax records, transaction history).
User-Generated Content and Portfolios: Retained for as long as displayed on the Site or until the user requests removal.
To request removal of your user-generated content or portfolio, you may contact us via email (info@hypeaudiohub.com) or through the account settings page.
Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following cases:
Legal Requirements: If required by law, such as court orders or subpoenas.
Service Providers: Trusted third-party service providers that assist us in delivering services, who are bound to protect your information in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Creators: Creator portfolio submissions will be displayed on the Site but not shared externally without consent.
We work only with service providers who meet our data protection standards.
Content Usage Rights
The Site contains content (text, images, videos, music, graphics) owned by us or licensed for our use. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or transmit any part of the content without prior permission.
Licenses are granted exclusively for materials directly sold by Hype Audio Hub, such as sample packs, proprietary creations, and content directly embedded on the Site (excluding quoted materials, images, or videos).
Copyright and Usage Rights: Hype Audio Hub retains copyrights to all proprietary content. Content created using Creative Commons (CC) licenses or similar public resources will be appropriately attributed.
Third-Party Copyrights: Any photos, images, or videos not owned by Hype Audio Hub are cited with proper attribution to their copyright holders. Hype Audio Hub does not use such materials for commercial purposes and adheres to copyright laws.
Dispute Resolution: If a copyright holder objects to the use of their material, they may notify us. We will promptly review and, if necessary, amend the content.
Music Content
We may offer music content on our Site. You agree that you will not upload, share, or distribute any music content that you do not have the proper rights or licenses for. If you upload music content, you grant us a license to use that content for the purposes of the Site and its promotion.
Music Composer and Music Content Rights: If you are a music composer, you may upload or provide your music works to the Site. By doing so, you acknowledge and agree to the following:
You retain all copyrights to the music content you upload.
By submitting the content, you grant us a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use it on the Site and for promotional purposes.
You must only upload music content that you have the proper rights or licenses to. Uploading content that infringes on the copyright of others may result in legal consequences.
Purchases and Transactions
If you purchase products or services on the Site, you may need to provide payment information. This information is processed securely, and we do not share payment data with third parties unless required for transaction processing.
User-Generated Content
Users may upload images, text, and other content to the Site. By submitting such content, you grant us a license to use it on the Site and in related promotions. Creator portfolios will be displayed exclusively on our Site and not shared externally without explicit permission.
Security Measures
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal data, including encryption, secure servers, access controls, and employee training.
Encryption: Personal information is protected through SSL/TLS encryption. Access to sensitive data is limited to a select group of authorized personnel only.
However, no data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed 100% secure, and we cannot ensure complete security of your data. If we detect a data breach or security incident, we will notify affected users promptly and take necessary actions to mitigate any potential harm.
Your Rights
You have the following rights concerning your personal information:
Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Rectification & Deletion: Request correction or deletion of your personal data.
Restriction: Request restriction on the processing of your personal data.
Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent to processing where applicable.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the contact details below.
Third-Party Links
The Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. Please review their privacy policies before submitting any personal information.
Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If we discover that we have collected such information, we will promptly delete it.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Significant changes may be communicated separately.
Data Protection Officer
We have designated a Data Protection Officer to oversee the protection of your personal data. For any inquiries regarding your data privacy, please contact us at:
Data Protection Officer: [Sungmin Kim]
Contact: info@hypeaudiohub.com / info@kindapunk.com
Phone Number: +1 (206) 618 8877
Contact Information
For any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Company Name: Hype Audio Hub
Email Address: info@hypeaudiohub.com / info@kindapunk.com
Phone Number: +1 (206) 618 8877