Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. Here's how we protect your data.
Last updated: December 15, 2024
Transparency
We're clear about what data we collect and why
Security
Your data is encrypted and securely stored
Control
You control your data and privacy settings
1. Information We Collect
Account Information
When you create an account on Degigs, we collect:
- Name, email address, and password
- Profile information (bio, location, contact details)
- Account type (artist, organizer, or both)
- Payment information (processed securely through our payment partners)
Content and Media
Artists may upload:
- Music files, photos, and promotional materials
- Performance history and portfolio information
- Calendar and availability data
- Pricing and service offerings
Usage Data
We automatically collect:
- Device information and IP addresses
- Browser type and operating system
- Pages visited and features used
- Search queries and interaction patterns
2. How We Use Your Information
Platform Services
- Creating and maintaining your account
- Facilitating connections between artists and organizers
- Processing bookings and payments
- Providing customer support
- Sending important platform updates
Improvement and Analytics
- Analyzing platform usage to improve features
- Personalizing your experience and recommendations
- Detecting and preventing fraud or abuse
- Conducting research and analytics
Marketing (with consent)
- Sending promotional emails about new features
- Notifying you about relevant opportunities
- Sharing industry insights and tips
3. Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in these limited circumstances:
With Other Users
- Profile information you choose to make public
- Messages and booking communications
- Reviews and ratings you provide or receive
With Service Providers
- Payment processors for transaction handling
- Cloud storage providers for data hosting
- Email service providers for communications
- Analytics providers for platform improvement
Legal Requirements
- When required by law or court order
- To protect rights, property, or safety
- In connection with legal proceedings
4. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures:
- Encryption: Data is encrypted in transit and at rest
- Access Controls: Limited access on a need-to-know basis
- Regular Audits: Security assessments and penetration testing
- Secure Infrastructure: Hosting with reputable cloud providers
- Incident Response: Procedures for handling security breaches
5. Your Rights
Under GDPR and other privacy laws, you have the right to:
Access
Request a copy of your personal data
Rectification
Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
Erasure
Delete your account and personal data
Portability
Export your data in a readable format
Restriction
Limit how we process your data
Objection
Object to certain types of processing
6. Data Retention
We retain your data only as long as necessary:
- Active Accounts: While your account remains active
- Deleted Accounts: 30 days for account recovery
- Business Records: 7 years for tax and legal requirements
- Support Tickets: 3 years for quality assurance
- Analytics Data: Anonymized after 26 months
7. International Transfers
Degigs operates within the European Union. Your data may be transferred to and processed in other EU member states as part of providing our services. All processing is carried out in compliance with GDPR and EU data protection standards. We ensure adequate protection through:
- European Commission adequacy decisions
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
- Binding Corporate Rules, where applicable
- Your explicit consent, when required
8. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. For detailed information, please see our Cookie Policy.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make significant changes, we will:
- Notify you by email if you have an account
- Post a notice on our website
- Update the "last modified" date
- Provide a summary of changes for major updates
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or want to exercise your rights, contact us:
Email: contact@degigs.com
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe we have not adequately addressed your privacy concerns.