Privacy
Policy

Data Protection & User Rights

LAST UPDATED: 2025

1. Introduction

Themalefik respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and store your information when you access our website, store, newsletter, or any other service offered by the band. By using this website, you agree to the terms described herein.

2. Data We Collect

2.1. Data provided directly by you:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • City / Country (if provided)
  • Messages sent via contact form
  • Information provided for "Chaos Legion" newsletter subscription

2.2. Data collected automatically:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and device
  • Pages visited
  • Essential cookies
  • Analytics data

2.3. Data collected by external platforms:

Purchases made on platforms such as Bandcamp or other external stores follow those services' own policies. Themalefik does not receive complete payment data.

3. How We Use Your Data

  • To send news, releases, and band updates
  • To process "Chaos Legion" newsletter subscriptions
  • To respond to messages submitted via contact form
  • To improve the website and user experience
  • To comply with legal obligations

We do not sell or rent your data to third parties.

4. Legal Basis

  • Consent — newsletter and forms
  • Legitimate interest — site improvements and security
  • Legal obligation — required records and compliance

5. Data Retention

We store your data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy. You may request removal at any time.

6. Data Sharing

We may share your information only with email marketing services, hosting and site security providers, analytics platforms, and external stores when required. No third party is allowed to use your data for their own purposes.

7. Cookies

We use essential cookies for site functionality, as well as analytics cookies to improve performance. You may disable cookies in your browser, though some parts of the site may not function properly.

8. Your Rights

Under GDPR and other applicable privacy laws, you have the right to access your data, request corrections, request deletion, request data portability, and withdraw consent. To exercise your rights, contact us at the email below.

9. Data Security

We apply technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure.

10. External Links

Our website contains links to external platforms such as Bandcamp, Spotify, and YouTube. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of external sites.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We recommend checking it occasionally.

12. Contact

Email: info@themalefik.com

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