Welcome to Indianclassical.net (“we,” “us,” or “our”). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, protect, and disclose your personal information when you use our platform.

IndianClassical.net is a global community platform dedicated to Indian classical music. We provide dynamically updated listings of events, artists, instruments, related news & blogs. Our platform is designed for public access and community enrichment. This Privacy Policy explains your rights, our obligations, and how we manage your information.

Scope of This Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to all users of www.indianclassical.net (the “Service”), whether browsing, registering, or requesting updates to public listings. It also applies to communications via email or other direct interactions initiated through the platform.

Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

Personal Data (Provided by You): When you register or contact us, we may collect:

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Account preferences
  • Any messages or inquiries submitted to our team

Usage Data (Collected Automatically): We collect technical information automatically when you use the Service, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device type
  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Referral URLs
  • Date and time of access

Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies to enhance user experience, monitor platform performance, and tailor content. Types of cookies used include:

  • Session cookies (expire after your session ends)
  • Preference cookies (store settings)
  • Analytics cookies (Google Analytics, for behavior tracking)

You can modify your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

How We Use Your Data

We use your data for the following purposes:

  • To maintain and improve the platform
  • To respond to listing updates or correction requests
  • To send newsletters or service announcements (you may opt-out)
  • To monitor usage and detect technical issues
  • To maintain security and prevent abuse

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data with third parties.

Communications

By registering, you agree to receive:

  • Essential emails (e.g., verification, service notices)
  • Optional newsletters and updates (which you may unsubscribe from at any time)

We comply with anti-spam laws, including GDPR and the UK Data Protection Act 2018.

We collect and process your data based on the following legal grounds:

  • Consent (for newsletters, cookies)
  • Contractual necessity (to provide user accounts)
  • Legitimate interest (platform analytics and service improvement)
  • Compliance with legal obligations

Data Sharing and Service Providers

We may use third-party services for analytics, email communication, or hosting. These providers process data solely on our behalf and are contractually bound to maintain data confidentiality and security.

For example:

  • Google Analytics – to understand how users interact with our platform
  • Email marketing providers – to send newsletters if you opt-in

We do not share data with advertisers, aggregators, or external sponsors.

International Data Transfers

Our platform is accessible globally, and data may be stored or processed on servers located outside your country, including those in the UK and the EU. When data is transferred internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy:

  • Account data: retained until you request deletion
  • Analytics data: retained for platform improvement
  • Request records (e.g. listing updates): retained for audit and moderation history

Your Rights

If you are located in the UK, EU, or other jurisdictions with data protection laws, you may:

  • Access the data we hold about you
  • Correct or update your personal information
  • Delete your account and data
  • Object to or restrict certain processing
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Request data portability

To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below. We may request verification of your identity before processing your request.

Children’s Privacy

We welcome users of all ages, including children under 13, provided a parent or guardian accompanies them.

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children without obtaining their parents' consent. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected such data, we will delete it as soon as possible. Parents or guardians may contact us to review or request the removal of their child’s data.

Security

We implement reasonable administrative and technical safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of online transmission is 100% secure. We recommend using strong passwords and taking appropriate security measures when accessing your account.

Indianclassical.net may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party sites. Please review their privacy policies before sharing your information with them.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we’ll post the updated version here and revise the “Last updated” date.

If major changes are made, we will notify you via email or by posting a notice on the platform.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, requests, or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact: [email protected]