1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us and information we obtain automatically when you use our Service.

Information You Provide:

• Account information (name, email address)
• License key (automatically generated and linked to your account)
• Support communications and feedback
• User preferences and settings
• MIDI generation parameters (mode, constraints, instruments)
• Generation history and usage patterns
• Max for Live device usage data

Information We Collect Automatically:

• Usage data (features used, generation requests, session duration)
• Performance metrics and analytics
• API request logs and generation metadata

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our Service
• Send you technical notices and support messages
• Respond to your comments and questions
• Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience
• Monitor service performance and usage patterns (we do not train AI models with your data)
• Detect and prevent fraud or abuse

Note: The AI model we use is pre-trained by Stanford University. We do not use your data to train or modify the model. Should we ever consider using user data for model improvements in the future, we will notify you and provide an opt-out option.

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties, except in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We share data with trusted partners who assist in operating our Service (e.g., RunPod for GPU computing, cloud hosting providers)
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: Information may be transferred in connection with a merger or acquisition
• Consent: We may share information with your explicit consent

As a small project, we keep third-party services to a minimum and only work with essential partners needed to run the service.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security audits and monitoring
• Access controls and authentication requirements
• Regular backups and disaster recovery procedures

5. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our Service and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy:

• Account Data: Retained while your account is active
• Usage Data: Typically retained for 2 years for analytics
• Support Communications: Retained for 3 years

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
• Portability: Request transfer of your data
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Account Deletion: Delete your account and associated data

To exercise these rights, please contact us at contact@tapeop.ai.

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but some features may not work properly if cookies are disabled.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

10. Data Protection Rights

We respect your data protection rights. If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under GDPR:

• Right to Access: Obtain confirmation and copies of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete personal data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the contact information below. If you are a resident of the EEA and believe we have not adequately addressed your concerns, you have the right to complain to your local data protection authority.

11. About This Service

TapeOp Composer is operated as a personal project that has grown into a community service. The service is self-funded. We aim to be transparent about our limitations and our commitment to protecting your privacy within our means.

12. Contact Us

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