Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 25/04/2025

Welcome to AscentTunes (“we,” “us,” or “our”). We are committed to protecting your privacy when you use our platform to upload or download music.

This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our website: https://ascenttunes.com, where users can upload music and others can download it for free.

1. Information We Collect

We collect limited information for the purpose of managing user accounts and ensuring fair use of the platform.

a. Personal Information (for uploaders only)

When you register or upload music, we may collect:

  • Full name or display name
  • Email address
  • Social media handle (optional)
  • IP address
  • Uploaded content metadata (e.g., artist name, genre, title)

b. Non-Personal Information

Automatically collected data when you use the site:

  • Browser type and version
  • Device type
  • Pages visited and download activity
  • Referring websites or links
  • Aggregate usage data (for analytics)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data strictly to:

  • Allow music upload and listing
  • Display uploaded content for public download
  • Maintain user accounts
  • Prevent spam or abuse
  • Analyze website performance and improve user experience
  • Notify users about platform updates, changes, or promotional opportunities (only if opted in)

3. Cookies

We use basic cookies to:

  • Maintain user sessions and preferences
  • Monitor traffic and popular downloads
  • Track aggregate statistics (via tools like Google Analytics)

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not work as expected.

4. Third-Party Embeds & Services

While AscentTunes hosts uploaded files, we may display content (e.g., videos or playlists) from third-party services such as:

  • YouTube
  • Spotify
  • Instagram or Twitter (for artist promotion)

These embeds are subject to the privacy policies of their respective platforms.

5. Data Security

We take appropriate measures to secure your data:

  • Encrypted connections (HTTPS)
  • Basic firewalls and platform security
  • No sharing or selling of user data

6. Public Content

All uploaded music is considered publicly accessible and can be freely downloaded by anyone. Only upload content you own or have permission to share.

Note: You are solely responsible for the legality of any music you upload.

7. Children’s Privacy

AscentTunes is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If you believe a child has submitted information, please contact us for removal.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request account deletion
  • Request removal of uploaded content
  • Contact us to update your email or display name

9. Contact Us

For privacy concerns, content takedown requests, or questions:

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with the effective date. Continued use of the site implies acceptance.