1. Introduction
Welcome to Sandy Tunes Music Institute. This policy outlines how we collect, protect, and use your data when you visit sandytunes.com.
2. Account & Registration
- Credentials: We store usernames and encrypted passwords for secure dashboard access. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login details.
- Profiles: Information provided during registration (interests, lesson progress) is used to personalize your learning experience.
- Retention: Registered users can view, edit, or delete their personal info at any time (except usernames). Administrators also have access to this data.
3. Payments & Financial Data
- Security: All transactions are processed via secure, PCI-compliant third-party gateways. We do not store full credit card or bank details on our servers.
- Records: We retain basic transaction details (date, amount, student name) for accounting and multi-currency invoicing.
4. Cookies & Tracking
- Functionality: We use temporary cookies to manage login sessions and screen preferences. Login cookies last two days (or two weeks with “Remember Me”), while screen options last one year.
- Comments: If you leave a comment, you may opt-in to saving your details for convenience; these cookies last one year.
- Affiliates: We participate in affiliate marketing. Clicking these links may allow third-party networks to use cookies to track transactions for commissions.
- Analytics: We collect technical data, such as IP addresses, to optimize site performance and include them in password reset emails for security.
5. Embedded Content
Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g., videos, images). This content behaves as if you visited the external website directly; these sites may collect data, use cookies, and monitor your interaction if you are logged into their services.
6. Data Usage & Rights
- Usage: Data is used strictly for managing enrollments, processing tuition, and communicating curriculum updates.
- Control: You may request an exported file of your data or ask for its erasure, excluding data we are legally or securely obligated to retain.
- Verification: Visitor comments may be screened through automated spam detection services.
7. Data Security
We utilize industry-standard encryption and secure protocols to protect your information. Data is retained only as long as your account is active or as required by law.
8. Contact Information
For any inquiries regarding your data, please contact us at sandytunes.com.
