Privacy Policy

Welcome to Copito Lyrics! This is a personal hobby project created by music lovers, for music lovers. We're committed to protecting your privacy while providing you with a friendly community space to discover, share, and appreciate music and lyrics from around the world.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our website. By using Copito Lyrics, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

When you create an account or use our services, we collect:

• Account Information: Email address, username, and password (stored securely with encryption)
• Profile Information: Display name, profile picture (optional), and any other information you choose to share
• User Content: Song requests, translations, comments, and other content you submit to the platform

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect:

• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, and other interaction data
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type, IP address, and general location (country/city level)
• Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyze site usage

1.3 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site. Google Analytics collects information anonymously and reports website trends without identifying individual visitors. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide Services: Create and manage your account, process song requests, and enable community features
• Improve Experience: Personalize your experience, remember your preferences, and make the site easier to use
• Communication: Send you important updates, respond to your inquiries, and notify you about new features (with your permission)
• Security: Protect against fraud, unauthorized access, and other security issues
• Analytics: Understand how people use the site so we can make it better
• Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws and respond to legal requests

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information only in these limited circumstances:

• Public Content: Any content you post publicly (translations, comments, profile information) will be visible to other users and visitors
• Service Providers: We may use trusted third-party services (like hosting providers, analytics tools) that help us operate the website. These providers have access only to information needed to perform their functions and are obligated to protect your data
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Copito Lyrics, our users, or others
• With Your Consent: We may share information with your explicit permission for specific purposes

4. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes:

• Secure password encryption using industry-standard hashing algorithms
• HTTPS encryption for data transmission
• Regular security updates and monitoring
• Limited access to personal information by authorized personnel only

However, please remember that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have control over your personal information:

• Access and Update: You can view and update your account information at any time through your profile settings
• Delete Account: You can request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us. Some information may be retained for legal or security purposes
• Opt-Out: You can opt out of non-essential communications and adjust your privacy settings
• Cookies: You can control cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect site functionality
• Data Export: You can request a copy of your personal data by contacting us

6. Children's Privacy

Copito Lyrics is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately and we will take steps to delete such information.

7. International Users

Copito Lyrics is operated as a personal hobby project. If you are accessing the site from outside the country where our servers are located, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in a different country. By using our services, you consent to this transfer.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites (like YouTube channels, artist pages, or music platforms). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies when you visit them.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. When we make significant changes, we will notify you by:

• Posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date
• Sending you an email notification (if you have an account)
• Displaying a notice on the website

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please don't hesitate to reach out: