Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 4, 2026

Welcome to EMDb. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit emdb.pro.

By using EMDb, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

If you create an account or interact with certain features of the website, we may collect information you voluntarily provide, including:

• Username
• Email address (if you register or sign in)
• Profile information
• Song and album ratings
• Any information submitted through our contact form or feedback features

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit EMDb, certain information may be automatically collected by us or by third-party service providers. This may include:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information and operating system
• Pages visited and interactions on the site
• Time and date of visits
• Referring website
• General usage and performance data

This information is used to help operate the website, improve performance, and maintain security.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

EMDb uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience.

Cookies may be used for:

• Keeping you signed in
• Remembering user preferences
• Measuring website performance and usage
• Supporting analytics and security features
• Enabling advertising (including personalised ads where applicable)

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, some features of the website may not function correctly if cookies are disabled.

Advertising (Google AdSense)

We use third-party advertising services, including Google AdSense, to display ads on EMDb.

Google and its partners may use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Serve advertisements based on your visits to this and other websites
• Measure ad performance
• Prevent fraud and abuse

These cookies may allow personalised advertising.

You can learn more about how Google uses data here:
https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads

You can manage your advertising preferences or opt out of personalised ads here:
https://adssettings.google.com/

Analytics and Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services to understand how EMDb is used and to operate core functionality.

These services may include:

• Advertising providers (such as Google AdSense)
• Authentication and database providers (such as Supabase)
• Analytics tools (if enabled in the future)

These third parties may collect and process data according to their own privacy policies.

How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Operate and maintain EMDb
• Provide user accounts and functionality
• Store ratings and user preferences
• Improve website performance and user experience
• Display relevant advertisements
• Prevent fraud, abuse, and security issues
• Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell your personal information.

Data Storage and Security

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure.

User Accounts

If you create an account, your data (such as username, email, and ratings) is stored securely using third-party backend services.

You may request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us.

Your Data Rights (UK & EU Users)

If you are located in the United Kingdom or European Economic Area, you have rights under data protection laws, including:

• The right to access your personal data
• The right to correct inaccurate data
• The right to request deletion of your data
• The right to restrict or object to processing

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

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

• Request information about the personal data we collect
• Request deletion of your personal data
• Opt out of the "sale" or "sharing" of personal data for advertising purposes

EMDb does not sell personal information in the traditional sense, but advertising cookies may be considered "sharing" under California law.

External Links

EMDb may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.

Children's Privacy

EMDb is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to request deletion of your data, please contact us via the contact page on EMDb.