SONGLENS Terms of Service

Effective Date: 19 June 2025

Welcome to SONGLENS — where every note tells a story. By accessing or using our website https://songlens.com (“Site”), you agree to these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree, please refrain from using the Site.


1. Overview of Services

SONGLENS is a digital music publication spotlighting emerging artists, original interviews, editorial campaigns, and music discovery features. We offer editorial content, artist submissions, and curated multimedia embeds.


2. User Conduct

You agree to use SONGLENS lawfully and respectfully. You may not:

  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations

  • Infringe on intellectual property or privacy rights

  • Upload malicious content or spam

  • Attempt to reverse-engineer our platform


3. Artist Submissions & User Content

You may submit content (music, images, videos, text) for editorial purposes. By submitting, you:

  • Warrant that you own or have rights to the content

  • Grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to publish, display, and promote it

  • Accept that we may edit, decline, or remove submissions at our discretion

You remain solely responsible for submitted content and release us from any liability related to it.


4. Copyright Infringement / DMCA Notice

We respect intellectual property rights. If you believe your copyrighted work has been used without authorization, contact:

📧 copyright@songlens.com

Include:

  • Description of the work

  • Your contact details

  • URL of the infringing content

  • A statement under penalty of perjury that the claim is accurate


5. Third-Party Links & Embedded Content

We may include links or embeds (Spotify, YouTube, SoundCloud, etc.). We are not responsible for third-party practices or policies. Use them at your own risk.


6. Termination

We may suspend or terminate access to our Site if you violate these Terms or harm the community.


7. Disclaimers

All content is provided “as is.” We make no guarantees of accuracy or uninterrupted access. Use of the Site is at your own risk.


8. Limitation of Liability

SONGLENS is not liable for any indirect or consequential damages arising from your use of the Site or content therein.


9. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed under the laws of Italy. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Rome, Italy.


10. Contact

For questions or support:

📩 hello@songlens.com

🌍 https://songlens.com


SONGLENS Privacy Policy

Effective Date: [Insert Date]

We value your privacy. This policy outlines how SONGLENS collects, uses, and protects your data via our Site: https://songlens.com.


1. Data We Collect

We may collect:

  • Personal information (name, email, links) via forms or submissions

  • Usage data (IP address, browser type, time spent) via cookies and analytics

  • Public content you choose to share (e.g. comments, submissions)


2. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process data based on:

  • Your consent (e.g. submitting content or opting in to newsletters)

  • Legitimate interest (e.g. improving site functionality)

  • Contractual necessity (e.g. responding to artist submissions)


3. Use of Data

We use your data to:

  • Review and respond to artist/editorial submissions

  • Publish credited content (with your permission)

  • Monitor website performance and improve user experience

  • Send occasional editorial updates (if opted in)


4. Data Sharing & International Transfers

We do not sell your data. We only share it with:

  • Trusted third-party processors (e.g. Google Analytics, our web host)

  • Legal authorities, if required

Data may be processed in countries outside the EEA (e.g. the USA) where our partners are based. By using our Site, you consent to this transfer.


5. Retention Policy

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:

  • Editorial submissions: up to 24 months or until publication cycle concludes

  • Analytics: anonymized after 26 months

  • Email communications: until user unsubscribes or deletes data


6. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies for basic site functionality and analytics. You can opt out by adjusting browser settings.

Cookie Types:

  • Essential: Needed for site operation

  • Analytics: Google Analytics (IP anonymization enabled)

  • Marketing: Embedded content trackers (e.g. YouTube, Spotify)


7. Your Rights (GDPR & CCPA)

You may:

  • Request a copy of your data

  • Ask for corrections or deletion

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Object to or restrict data processing

Contact: privacy@songlens.com

If you’re in the EU, you may also lodge a complaint with your national data protection authority.


8. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect data from users under 13. If you are a parent and believe your child provided data, contact us for removal.


9. Updates to This Policy

We may revise this Policy periodically. When we do, we’ll update the date at the top of this page. Continued use means you accept the changes.


10. Contact Us

📩 hello@songlens.com

📍 https://songlens.com