Privacy Policy
Last updated: May 1, 2026
OurVinyl (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and share information when you use our website and services.
1. Information We Collect
Account Information
When you create an account, our authentication provider (Clerk) collects your email address and basic profile information. We do not store your password directly — authentication is handled entirely by Clerk.
Usage Data
We collect information about how you interact with OurVinyl, including videos you watch, your watch progress, playlists you create, artists you follow, and search queries. This data helps us improve your experience and provide personalized recommendations.
Analytics
We use PostHog for product analytics. PostHog may collect information such as your browser type, device information, IP address, pages visited, and actions taken on the platform. This data is used to understand how our platform is used and to improve it.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide and maintain the OurVinyl platform
- Enable features like playlists, watch progress, and artist follows
- Personalize your experience with relevant video recommendations
- Analyze usage patterns to improve the platform
- Communicate with you about your account or the service
3. Third-Party Services
OurVinyl integrates with the following third-party services:
- Clerk — User authentication and account management
- YouTube — Video content delivery and playback
- Supabase — Database and backend infrastructure
- PostHog — Product analytics
- Vercel — Website hosting
Each of these services has its own privacy policy governing how they handle your data. We encourage you to review their policies.
4. Cookies and Local Storage
We use cookies and browser local storage to maintain your session, remember your preferences, and support analytics. You can control cookie settings through your browser, though disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the platform.
5. Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- With third-party service providers who help us operate the platform (as listed above)
- If required by law, legal process, or government request
- To protect the rights, property, or safety of OurVinyl, our users, or the public
6. Data Retention
We retain your account data and usage information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide our services. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to or restrict certain processing of your data
- Data portability
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the address below.
8. Children's Privacy
OurVinyl is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.
10. Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at info@ourvinyl.com.