Privacy Policy – Sound Effect Pro

Welcome to Sound Effect Pro (“we”, “our”, “us”). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our website and services.
By accessing or using Sound Effect Pro, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide better services and improve user experience.

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

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

• Name or username
• Email address
• Profile picture (if provided via OAuth)
• Uploaded sound clips and metadata (title, tags, description)
• Account preferences
• Messages sent to support

1.2 Authentication Information

If you sign in using third-party services, we receive limited profile data:

• Google OAuth (name, email, profile image)
• Discord OAuth (username, email, avatar)
• Twitch OAuth (username, email, profile image)
• Magic Link Login (email address only)

We do not access your passwords from third-party providers.

1.3 Automatically Collected Data

We may collect:

• IP address
• Browser type
• Device information
• Pages visited
• Usage activity
• Referring URLs

This data is collected through cookies and analytics tools.

2. How We Use Your Data

We use collected information to:

• Create and manage user accounts
• Enable content uploads and sharing
• Provide authentication and login services
• Improve website performance and features
• Prevent fraud and misuse
• Communicate important service updates
• Respond to support requests
• Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell personal data to third parties.

3.Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Sound Effect Pro uses cookies to:

• Maintain login sessions
• Remember user preferences
• Improve performance
• Analyze traffic and usage patterns

Types of Cookies Used

• Essential cookies (required for site functionality)
• Performance cookies (analytics)
• Preference cookies

You may control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some features.

4. Third-Party Services

We use trusted third-party services for ads, authentication, hosting, analytics, and email delivery.

These may include:

• Google OAuth
• Discord OAuth
• Twitch OAuth
• Email service providers, currently Resend (for magic links and notifications)
• Analytics tools
• Cloud hosting providers
• Google Ads

Each third-party service follows its own privacy policy. We only share necessary data required to provide functionality.

5. User-Generated Content

When you upload sound clips:

• Content becomes publicly accessible unless deleted
• You retain ownership of your uploads
• You grant Sound Effect Pro a limited license to display and distribute your content on the platform

You are responsible for ensuring uploaded content does not violate copyright or platform rules.

6. Account Deletion and Data Removal

You have full control over your account.

You may:

• Delete uploaded content at any time
• Permanently delete your account

Upon deletion:

• Your profile data is removed
• Uploaded content is deleted
• Authentication records are erased
• Residual backups may remain temporarily for legal or security reasons

Deletion requests are processed promptly.

7. User Rights (GDPR Compliance)

As a user, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request data deletion ("Right to be Forgotten")
• Restrict or object to processing
• Download your data (data portability)
• Withdraw consent at any time

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

8. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including:

• HTTPS encryption
• Secure authentication methods
• Access controls
• Regular monitoring
• Secure hosting infrastructure

While we take strong precautions, no system is 100% secure. We encourage users to protect account credentials.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary:

• While your account is active
• To comply with legal requirements
• For legitimate business purposes

After deletion, data is permanently removed within a reasonable timeframe.

10. Children’s Privacy (13+)

Sound Effect Pro is not intended for children under 13 years of age.

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact us immediately for removal.

11. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed or stored on servers located outside your Country. We ensure adequate data protection safeguards in accordance with GDPR and your country IT laws

12. Legal Compliance (GDPR)

Sound Effect Pro complies with:

• GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation – EU)
• Applicable data protection regulations

We process personal data lawfully, transparently, and fairly.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

When changes occur:

• Updated date will be shown
• Continued use of the platform indicates acceptance

We recommend reviewing this page periodically.

14. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or privacy requests, contact us :

We aim to respond within a reasonable timeframe.