๐ Legal Document
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.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide Directly
We may collect the following information when you interact with us:
- โFull name
- โEmail address
- โPhone number
- โArtist or label information
- โContracts and agreement data
- โSocial media links
- โPayment details (bank account, IBAN, PayPal, etc.)
- โUploaded music files, artwork, metadata
- โMessages and communication history
Automatically Collected Information
When you use our website or dashboard:
- โIP address
- โDevice information
- โBrowser details
- โCookies and usage data
- โAnalytics data (traffic, pages visited, duration, etc.)
Third-Party Data Sources
We may receive information from:
- โPremium Publishing Networks
- โYouTube, Spotify, Apple Music, Meta
- โRights management platforms (Content ID, MLC, BMI, ASCAP, etc.)
- โPayment providers
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- โProvide music distribution and publishing services
- โManage your releases, royalties, and rights
- โCommunicate regarding your account, payments, or issues
- โPrevent fraud and unauthorized activity
- โImprove our website and internal systems
- โFulfill legal obligations (contracts, taxation, KYC, audits)
Legal Basis (GDPR Compliance)
We process your data under:
- โContractual necessity โ To deliver our services
- โLegal obligation โ Tax, accounting, anti-fraud laws
- โLegitimate interest โ Service improvement, fraud protection
- โConsent โ For marketing communication or optional features
Sharing Your Information
We may share your data ONLY with:
- โDigital platforms (YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music, etc.)
- โPremium Publishing Networks (our global distribution partner)
- โPayment processors and financial institutions
- โLegal and tax authorities if legally required
- โTrusted service providers (hosting, analytics, support tools)
How We Store and Protect Data
We protect your data through comprehensive security measures:
- โData secured using encryption and access restrictions
- โServers hosted in reputable, compliant data centers
- โAccess limited to authorized Amara personnel
- โRegular audits and security checks
- โMulti-factor authentication for account security
- โSecure data backup and recovery procedures
- โCompliance with international security standards
- โAnnual security assessments and penetration testing
- โIncident response and data breach notification procedures
- โPrivacy-first architecture and data minimization
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have:
- โRight to access your data
- โRight to correct or update data
- โRight to be forgotten
- โRight to restrict processing
Cookies
We use cookies to improve user experience, analytics, and personalization. You can disable cookies anytime through your browser settings.
- โEssential cookies for site functionality and security
- โAnalytics cookies to understand user behavior and improve experience
- โPreference cookies to remember your settings and choices
- โMarketing cookies to deliver relevant content and track campaign performance
Data Retention
We keep your personal data:
- โAs long as your artist/label account is active
- โAdditional time required under law for financial records
- โRelevant periods as specified in our data retention schedule
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).
- โWe use Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) approved by the EU
- โBinding Corporate Rules (BCRs) where applicable
- โAdequacy decisions and supplementary measures for data protection
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.
- โWe do not knowingly collect data from individuals under 16 years old
- โParents or guardians may contact us to request deletion of minor data
- โWe comply with COPPA and similar child protection regulations
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes take effect once posted on our website.
- โPolicy updates will be posted on our website
- โSignificant changes require explicit user consent
- โContinued use of our services constitutes acceptance of changes
- โUsers will be notified of material changes via email or prominent notice
Contact Information
โEmail: [email protected]
โWebsite: www.amara.am