Privacy Policy for Vinyl Raiders & Tracks of My Tears

Effective Date: [20th November 2025]
Last Updated: [20th November 2025]

This Privacy Policy describes how Vinyl Raiders, its associated radio programming, and the production segment known as Tracks of My Tears (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you interact with our content, websites, social platforms, broadcasts, or related services (collectively, the “Services”).

By accessing or using our Services, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect information in the following ways:

a. Information You Provide Directly

This may include:

  • Name, email address, and contact details submitted through forms, contests, requests, or subscriptions

  • User-generated content such as messages, comments, or song requests

  • Any information you send during call-ins, interviews, or listener-submitted recordings

b. Automatically Collected Information

When you access our digital Services, we may collect:

  • IP address, browser type, and device information

  • Usage data such as pages viewed, links clicked, and interaction times

  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience

c. Audio Interaction & Broadcast Submissions

If you participate in broadcast features (e.g., call-ins, voice messages, listener stories):

  • We may record, store, and broadcast your voice submissions

  • Participation implies consent to use your submission as part of our programming

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use collected information to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve our content and Services

  • Communicate with you about programming, updates, promotions, or features

  • Respond to messages, requests, and inquiries

  • Deliver personalized or relevant content

  • Manage contests, giveaways, or listener engagement activities

  • Improve production quality, analytics, and listener experience

  • Ensure compliance with legal obligations

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information.
However, we may share information with:

  • Service providers assisting with analytics, hosting, email delivery, or broadcasting tools

  • Collaborative partners or affiliates, including platforms involved in producing or distributing Vinyl Raiders and Tracks of My Tears

  • Legal authorities, if required by law, court order, or to protect rights, safety, or property

  • Public audiences, if you voluntarily submit material intended for broadcast (e.g., call-ins or messages)

All third parties are expected to adhere to privacy and security standards consistent with this policy.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies or similar technologies to:

  • Enhance site navigation and functionality

  • Understand listener engagement

  • Personalize browsing or content suggestions

You may modify your browser settings to limit cookie use, though some features may not function correctly.

5. Your Privacy Choices

Depending on your location, you may have rights to:

  • Request access to the information we hold about you

  • Request correction or deletion of your information

  • Opt out of promotional communications

  • Restrict certain types of data processing

To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to:

  • Protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure

  • Maintain secure systems and processes
    However, no electronic system or broadcast transmission is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary for:

  • Operational and archival purposes

  • Legal obligations

  • Broadcast or production needs
    Recordings submitted for broadcast may be retained indefinitely for archival or rebroadcast purposes unless otherwise requested and legally permissible.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not directed toward children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, contact us immediately.

9. External Links

Our Services may contain links to third-party sites.
We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage users to review each site’s policy before engaging.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Changes will be posted with a revised “Last Updated” date.
Continued use of our Services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

For questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, you may contact us at:

[markbradley2012@gmail.com]