Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 17, 2026

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

  • Account information: Email, username, display name when you register
  • Usage data: Pages visited, features used, songs viewed
  • Content you provide: Tab corrections, chord contributions, practice data
  • Audio data: YouTube URLs or uploaded audio files submitted for extraction

2. How We Use Your Information

  • To provide and improve the Service
  • To personalize your experience (practice recommendations, skill tracking)
  • To process audio extractions and generate chord/tab data
  • To communicate important updates about the Service
  • To prevent abuse and ensure platform integrity

3. Data Storage & Security

Your data is stored securely on encrypted servers. Passwords are hashed using industry-standard algorithms. We implement rate limiting, CORS protections, and regular security audits to protect your data.

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with:

  • Service providers who assist in operating the platform (hosting, analytics)
  • Law enforcement when required by law

Public profile information (username, display name, contributions) is visible to other users.

5. Cookies & Local Storage

We use browser local storage to maintain your session (authentication tokens) and preferences (notification settings, theme). We do not use third-party tracking cookies.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data through the Settings page
  • Update or correct your profile information
  • Delete your account and associated data
  • Export your contributions and practice data

7. Data Retention

Account data is retained as long as your account is active. Extracted audio files are processed and then deleted within 24 hours. Aggregated, anonymized analytics data may be retained indefinitely.

8. Children's Privacy

The Service is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes through the Service or via email.

10. Contact

For privacy-related inquiries, contact us at privacy@guitaa.com.