HashMelody is an AI-driven, decentralized music platform that fuses original music creation with blockchain-powered financial incentives. We’re dedicated to fostering a fair and transparent ecosystem for both music creators and fans, introducing a future where creativity and market demand intersect.
Last Updated: March 1, 2025
This Privacy Notice describes the privacy practices of HashMelody and its affiliates (“HashMelody,” “our,” “us,” or “we”), in connection with the HashMelody platform. It explains the types of personal data we collect, how we use it, and the rights and choices you have with respect to your information.
By using the HashMelody platform, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Notice. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our services.
HashMelody is the personal data controller, meaning we determine the purposes and means of processing your personal data. Any reference to “Personal Data” includes any information related to an identified or identifiable individual. It does not include data that has been aggregated or anonymized beyond the point of re-identification.
We may also collect personal data from publicly available sources or third parties. Providing this data is typically mandatory to use certain features. If you choose not to provide required data, your ability to use or access the platform may be limited.
We automatically collect certain details about your device and browsing actions, including IP address, browser type, operating system, referral URLs, timestamps, and interactions with our Site. We also use cookies and similar technologies to better understand how you navigate and engage with HashMelody.
We use cookies (small text files stored on your device) to remember user preferences and analyze platform traffic. Types of cookies may include:
You may adjust your cookie settings in your browser. Blocking certain cookies may affect platform performance or availability of specific features.
We take appropriate security measures to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, or destruction of Personal Data. Data may be processed using computers or IT-enabled tools and may be accessible to our authorized personnel or trusted third-party service providers (e.g., hosting providers, analytics companies) for purposes strictly related to operating and improving the HashMelody platform. Legal Bases for Processing We may process Personal Data if: You have given consent for one or more specific purposes; Processing is necessary for performance of a contract or pre-contractual obligations; Processing is required for compliance with a legal obligation; Processing is necessary for the purposes of our legitimate interests or those of a third party; Or any other applicable legal basis allowed under relevant data protection laws.
We may share your Personal Data with our service providers and vendors to assist us in providing you with the hashmelody Platform. We do not share your Personal Data with third parties without your consent, except as described in this Privacy Notice or as otherwise required or permitted by applicable law. We may share your Personal Data within our group, and with affiliates, for purposes consistent with this Privacy Notice. We may share your Personal Data with third party companies and individuals that provide services on our behalf or help us operate the Site or our business. These third parties may use your Personal Data only as directed or authorised by us and in a manner consistent with this Privacy Notice, and are prohibited from using or disclosing your information for any other purpose. We may also share your Personal Data for compliance purposes. We may sell, transfer or otherwise share some or all of our business or assets, including your Personal Data, in connection with a business transaction (or potential business transaction) such as a corporate divestiture, merger, consolidation, acquisition, reorganisation or sale of assets, or in the event of bankruptcy or dissolution.
We do not sell your Personal Data to third parties. However, we may share your data in the following ways: Service Providers & Vendors We may share data with companies that help us operate or improve the HashMelody platform (e.g., web hosting, analytics, customer support). They are only authorized to use your data under our instructions. Affiliates We may share your data within the HashMelody group or affiliates for purposes consistent with this Privacy Notice. Business Transfers In the event of a merger, acquisition, sale of assets, or bankruptcy, your Personal Data may be transferred as part of that transaction. Legal & Regulatory We may disclose your Personal Data if required by law, court order, or to comply with lawful requests from regulatory authorities.
We retain your Personal Data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. This can include: Contractual Requirements: Until your contractual relationship with HashMelody ends. Legitimate Interests: As long as needed for security or analytics, unless you withdraw consent or object. Legal Obligations: If we must retain data to comply with anti-money laundering laws, tax regulations, or government orders. After the retention period expires, or if the data is no longer needed, it will be deleted or anonymized in accordance with applicable legal requirements. Note: Blockchain transactions are recorded on a public ledger and cannot be altered or erased by HashMelody once confirmed.
Links to Third-Party Sites The HashMelody platform may contain links to external websites or services that we do not operate. These links are not endorsements. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies independently. Data Security We employ administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your Personal Data. However, no transmission method over the internet is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. Any transmission of Personal Data is at your own risk. Blockchain Transactions Blockchain networks (e.g., Ethereum) are decentralized and public. Certain data (like wallet addresses or transaction amounts) may be recorded on a public ledger that cannot be edited or erased by us. Combining blockchain records with other data sources may reveal your identity or personal data, but this is beyond HashMelody’s control.
For purposes of relevant data protection legislation, hashmelody is the Personal Data controller. hashmelody is a company with operations throughout the world. As a result, Personal Data may be transferred outside the country in which you reside for the purposes identified. Any such transfer of Personal Data shall take place under applicable law and will be protected through international data transfer agreements where necessary that have been recognised by relevant data protection authorities as providing an adequate level of protection to the Personal Data we process. By using the hashmelody Platform you understand that your Personal Data may be processed in the United States and outside of the EEA and the UK. Residents of the EEA and the UK are granted certain rights over their Personal Data, which include: The right to obtain confirmation of the Personal Data we process. The right to rectify inaccurate Personal Data that we process. The right to request erasure of your Personal Data, subject to exceptions provided under the law. The right to restrict certain processing of your Personal Data, so long as the processing is not necessary for the performance of or in relation to a contract or service to which you are a party. The right to receive your Personal Data in a structured, commonly used and machine readable format The right to object to the processing of your Personal Data, including the right to object to automated decision-making and profiling. The right to withdraw your consent where you have previously given it for the processing of your Personal Data You are generally entitled to access Personal Data that we hold about you. If you request access to your Personal Data, in ordinary circumstances we will give you full access to your Personal Data. Depending on the nature of the request, we may charge for providing access to this information, however such charge will not be excessive. However, there may be some legal or administrative reasons to deny access. If we refuse your request to access your Personal Data, we will provide you with reasons for the refusal where we are required by law to give those reasons. Complaints: If you feel that we have not respected your privacy or that we have conducted ourselves inconsistently with this Privacy Notice, please contact Support and advise us as soon as possible. We will investigate your queries and privacy complaints within a reasonable period of time depending on the complexity of the complaint. We will notify you of the outcome of our investigation.
Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have certain rights regarding your Personal Data, including: Access: Request a copy of the Personal Data we hold about you. Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete Personal Data. Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”): Ask us to delete your Personal Data under certain circumstances. Restriction: Request to limit how we process your data. Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format in certain cases. Object: Object to certain types of processing, including automated decision-making. Withdraw Consent: If you previously gave consent to process your data, you can withdraw it, though this does not affect the lawfulness of any processing carried out before withdrawal. Note: Some of these rights are subject to legal or contractual limitations (for example, blockchain records cannot be changed or erased once confirmed). To exercise your rights or ask questions about your Personal Data, please contact us with sufficient details to identify you and the request you wish to make. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe. If you believe we have not complied with your data protection rights or related laws, you may lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
If you have any concerns about your privacy or feel we have not complied with applicable laws, please reach out. You also have the right to contact your local data protection authority.
If you would like to exercise any of the rights listed above, or if you would like to contact us about any questions you may have regarding your Personal Data, please contact Support and provide (i) enough information to identify you and (ii) a description of what right you want to exercise and the information to which your request relates. Any Personal Data we collect from you to verify your identity in connection with your request will be used solely for the purposes of verification. If you are concerned that we have not complied with your legal rights or applicable privacy laws, you may contact us or your local data protection authority.