Introduction
This Privacy Policy outlines how MusikVorschlag ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, stores, and protects personal data of users who access our AI-powered music recommendation service. This document is intended for individuals in Switzerland and the European Economic Area (EEA) who interact with the platform via web, mobile, or integrated audio apps.
Privacy Policy
To deliver highly personalized music suggestions based on user mood and listening behavior, we collect and process the following types of data:
Identification Data: email address, device ID, subscription plan
Mood and Context Input: user-supplied text or emoji inputs describing current mood or setting
Listening Behaviour: skipped tracks, liked songs, time of day of usage, frequency of genre choice
Device Data: OS type, browser version, geolocation (approximate, anonymized)
Preferences History: saved playlists, playback history, AI-generated preference vectors
Data is used to:
Generate context-aware playlists
Improve AI recommendation quality through behavioral training
Provide session continuity across devices
Optimize system performance and eliminate bugs
Personal data is stored securely in Switzerland and the EU and retained only as long as necessary for service delivery, legal compliance, or upon user request.
GDPR
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (revFADP), users have the right to:
Know what personal data is collected and why
Request access to their historical preferences and interactions
Correct errors in their data
Revoke consent for data tracking or recommendations
Request erasure of all personal data ("right to be forgotten")
Limit processing to essential operational functions
Export their data in machine-readable format
The legal grounds for processing include:
Explicit user consent given at registration or mood input
Contractual necessity to deliver personalized playlists
Legitimate interest in analytics and fraud detection
Compliance with regional music licensing or data protection laws
Cookie Policy
4.1 Types of Cookies Used
To enhance personalization and maintain seamless listening experiences, we use the following cookies:
Functional cookies: Remember user settings such as playback quality and UI preferences
Analytics cookies: Track session duration, bounce rate, and preference correlation (anonymized)
Performance cookies: Enable caching and load-balancing for better audio delivery
No marketing or third-party profiling cookies are used without prior opt-in.
4.2 How to Disable Cookies
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings or our cookie banner. Disabling certain cookies may impair playlist generation, mood-matching accuracy, or user login persistence. You may also delete cookies at any time via browser controls.
Data Disclosure to Third Parties
We share user data only under strict contractual controls with trusted third parties, including:
Cloud storage providers in Switzerland and the EU with end-to-end encryption
Audio streaming partners who deliver recommended tracks under license
Data processors assisting with anonymized analytics for AI training
Legal or governmental bodies when required to respond to lawful data access requests
All third parties operate under signed Data Processing Agreements and are audited for GDPR compliance.
Data Security Measures
MusikVorschlag implements robust technical and organizational measures to safeguard user data:
Encrypted user profiles with separate metadata and mood datasets
Daily security scans and active vulnerability management
Rate-limiting and anomaly detection on all API endpoints
Optional biometric login support (for supported devices)
Regular third-party penetration testing and data minimization protocols
All data is processed and hosted in compliance with Swiss and EEA cybersecurity frameworks.
Effective Date
This Privacy Policy is effective as of June 24, 2025. Any future changes will be publicly posted with version details and highlighted if materially affecting your rights. We encourage users to review this policy periodically for updates.