Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

Hum to Search is designed with privacy in mind. We collect minimal information to provide our music recognition service:

• Audio Data: Only the audio you choose to record for song identification
• Usage Analytics: Anonymous usage statistics to improve our service
• Technical Data: Browser type, device information for compatibility

How We Use Your Information

We use your information solely to:

• Process your audio for music recognition
• Provide song identification results
• Improve our recognition algorithms
• Ensure service compatibility

Data Storage and Security

Important: Your audio data is processed in real-time and is NOT stored on our servers. We use advanced encryption and follow industry best practices to protect your privacy.

• Audio is processed locally when possible
• No permanent storage of personal audio files
• Encrypted data transmission
• Regular security audits

Third-Party Services

We may use third-party music recognition APIs to identify songs. These services:

• Receive only the audio data necessary for identification
• Do not store your audio permanently
• Follow their own privacy policies
• Are selected for their privacy standards

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access any data we have about you
• Request deletion of your data
• Opt-out of data collection
• Contact us with privacy concerns

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand usage patterns (anonymous)
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
• No Tracking: We do not track you across other websites

Children's Privacy

Hum to Search is safe for users of all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

International Users

Our service is available globally. If you're accessing from outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States, where our servers are located.

Data Retention

We retain different types of data for different periods:

• Audio Data: Not stored - processed in real-time only
• Usage Analytics: Retained for up to 2 years (anonymized)
• Technical Data: Retained for up to 1 year for service improvement
• Support Data: Retained for up to 3 years if you contact us

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will:

• Post the updated policy on this page
• Update the "Last updated" date
• Notify users of significant changes via email (if applicable)
• Maintain previous versions for reference

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: