BLARE Privacy Policy

Effective Date: Feb 1, 2026

BLARE (“BLARE,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) operates a music streaming platform that allows listeners to stream music and artists to upload and share original content. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information when you use our website, applications, and related services (collectively, the “Services”).

By using BLARE, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in three ways: information you provide, information collected automatically, and information from third parties.

A. Information You Provide

Account Information

• Name, username, and email address
• Password and authentication credentials
• Profile information such as bio, avatar, and links

Artist Information

• Uploaded audio files and associated metadata
• Artist or band name and content descriptions
• Account settings and payout preferences

Payment and Financial Information

• Subscription billing information (processed by third-party payment processors)
• Payout account information for artists
• Tax and compliance documentation (e.g., forms required by law)

Communications

• Messages, support requests, surveys, and feedback

B. Information Collected Automatically

Usage and Device Information

• Listening history and engagement metrics
• IP address, device identifiers, browser type, and operating system
• Log files, crash reports, and performance data

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

• Authentication and session cookies
• Analytics and performance tracking tools
• Preferences and feature usage data

C. Information from Third Parties

• Payment processors (subscription status and payout confirmations)
• Analytics providers
• Identity or social login providers, if you choose to use them

2. How We Use Your Information

We use personal information to:

• Provide and operate the Services
• Process subscriptions and artist payouts
• Calculate and distribute revenue based on listening activity
• Personalize content and recommend music
• Communicate with you about updates, support, and marketing (if opted in)
• Monitor platform performance, detect fraud, and improve features
• Enforce our Terms of Service and Community Guidelines
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

3. Automated Processing and Recommendations

BLARE may use automated systems and algorithms to:

• Recommend artists, tracks, and playlists
• Analyze listening activity to calculate revenue distribution

These systems are designed to improve user experience and fairly allocate payouts.
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights related to automated decision-making.

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or give away personal information.

We may share information with:

Service Providers

• Payment processors
• Cloud hosting and storage providers
• Analytics and monitoring vendors

Legal and Compliance

• Law enforcement or regulators when required by law
• To protect BLARE, our users, or the public

Business Transfers

• In connection with a merger, acquisition, restructuring, or sale of assets

5. Public Artist Content

Artist profiles, uploaded music, usernames, and public posts or comments may be visible to other users and the public.

Listening behavior and internal analytics are not publicly disclosed except in aggregated or anonymized form.

6. Aggregated and Anonymized Data

We may use aggregated or anonymized data for:

• Platform analytics
• Research and development
• Business reporting and insights

This data does not identify individual users.

7. Audio and Content Processing

Audio uploaded by artists may be processed for:

• Playback and streaming
• Content moderation
• Copyright detection and technical fingerprinting

BLARE does not use biometric identifiers for personal identification purposes unless required by law or disclosed separately.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal information as long as necessary to:

• Provide the Services
• Comply with legal and financial obligations
• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

You may request deletion of your data, subject to legal and contractual requirements.

9. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Authenticate users
• Remember preferences
• Analyze usage and performance
• Improve recommendations

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but some features may not function without them.

10. Your Privacy Rights

United States (Including Colorado Privacy Act, CCPA/CPRA)

Depending on your state of residence, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate data
• Delete your personal data
• Obtain a portable copy of your data
• Opt out of targeted advertising or the sale of personal data (BLARE does not sell personal data)
• Appeal a denial of your privacy request

Requests can be submitted to: privacy@blare.com.

European Union / United Kingdom (GDPR)

If applicable, you may have the right to:

• Access, correct, or delete personal data
• Restrict or object to processing
• Data portability
• Withdraw consent

11. Children’s Privacy

BLARE is not intended for children under 13 (or under 16 in certain jurisdictions).
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
If you believe a child has provided personal data, contact us for deletion.

12. Data Security

We use industry-standard security measures such as encryption, secure servers, and access controls. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

13. International Data Transfers

BLARE is based in the United States and may process data in the U.S. and other countries.
By using the Services, you consent to international data transfers.

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Material changes will be communicated via email or the Services, and the effective date will be updated.

15. Contact Us

BLARE
Email: privacy@blare.com