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'''Effective Date:''' November 4, 2025  

Soundtest.FM ("we", "our", or "us") is operated by Item Box, LLC. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our wiki.


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== Information We Collect ==

=== Account Information ===

When you create an account, we collect:

* Email address (required)
* Display name (optional)

=== Automatically Collected Data ===

We automatically collect certain information to help manage and secure the site:

* IP addresses (used for moderation, spam prevention, and abuse detection)
* Cookies (used to remember login status)
* Browser and device information (via Google Analytics)


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== Use of Cookies and Tracking Technologies ==

We use cookies for:

* Session management (e.g., keeping you logged in)
* Security (e.g., reCAPTCHA)
* Analytics (Google Analytics)
* Advertising (Google Adsense)

You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings.


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== Embedded Content from Third Parties ==

Pages on this site may include embedded content (e.g., videos, music players) from:

* Apple Music
* Amazon Music
* Bandcamp
* Deezer
* Pandora
* Qobuz
* SoundCloud
* Spotify
* Tidal
* YouTube

Embedded content behaves as if you visited those external sites directly and may collect data according to their privacy policies.


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== Third-Party Services ==

We use the following third-party services:

* '''Google Analytics''' (analytics)
* '''Google Adsense''' (advertising)
* '''reCAPTCHA''' (bot prevention)

These services may collect data independently. Please review their respective privacy policies for details.


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== Children’s Privacy ==

Soundtest.FM is not directed toward children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.


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== Data Sharing and Disclosure ==

We do '''not''' sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties. Your data is only used internally to provide and improve our services, and to comply with legal obligations.


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== Data Security ==

We implement security measures to protect your data. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. We encourage users to use strong passwords and keep account information confidential.


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== Legal Compliance ==

As a US-based service, we comply with applicable US laws. Since we serve users in the '''European Union''' and '''California''', we make efforts to comply with:

* '''General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)'''
* '''California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)'''

You have the right to:

* Request access to your data
* Request deletion or correction of your data
* Opt out of data processing (where applicable)


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== Changes to This Policy ==

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.


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== Contact Us ==

For any privacy-related concerns, please contact us by email: [mailto:contact@soundtest.fm contact@soundtest.fm]