Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Ash & Aether LLC (“Ash & Aether,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to respecting and protecting your privacy across borders and browsers. Whether you're a game studio in Seoul, a creative agency in Berlin, or an indie developer in Tokyo, your personal data matters. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data—and your rights—under U.S., California, Texas, and relevant international privacy laws.
1. What Information We Collect
Information You Voluntarily Provide
• Your name, email address, company, and any messages or media you submit via our contact form or by emailing us at team@ashandaethermusic.com
Automatically Collected Data
• IP address, browser type, device type, and how you interact with our website
• Site analytics such as time spent on pages and navigation behavior
Cookies & Tracking Tools
• Used to enhance functionality, maintain site performance, and gather anonymized usage data
• You can disable or limit cookies through your browser settings
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
• Respond to inquiries and build collaborative relationships
• Improve our website’s functionality and user experience
• Fulfill contracts or obligations for clients and partners
• Comply with international and domestic legal requirements
We do not sell, rent, or share your information for advertising or marketing purposes.
3. Who Has Access to Your Data
We may share limited data with:
• Trusted service providers (e.g., website platforms, cloud storage, analytics tools)
• Legal authorities if required by law or for the protection of rights, safety, or compliance
All vendors are contractually required to handle your data securely and in compliance with relevant laws.
4. International Privacy Considerations
We recognize and respect the unique privacy rights of individuals in the countries we work with:
United Kingdom & European Union (GDPR-compliant)
• You have the right to access, correct, delete, or limit the processing of your personal data
• You may request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Legal basis for processing includes consent, contract performance, and legitimate interest
• Contact us at team@ashandaethermusic.com to exercise your rights
South Korea (PIPA)
• We do not collect resident registration numbers or sensitive biometric information
• You may request access, correction, suspension of use, or deletion of personal data
Japan (APPI)
• Personal information is only used for the stated purposes and not transferred without consent
• You may request disclosure, correction, or suspension of use of your personal information
China (PIPL)
• We do not transfer sensitive personal information to or from Mainland China without prior consent
• Data is only used within the scope of services provided and stored in compliance with local laws
Germany & Ireland (GDPR-compliant)
• You have strong rights to transparency, correction, erasure, and objection to processing
• If you have questions about your data under EU law, email team@ashandaethermusic.com
5. California & Texas Residents
California (CCPA & CPRA):
• Right to know, delete, correct, opt out of sale, and non-discrimination
• We do not sell your data or collect sensitive personal information
Texas (TDPSA):
• Right to access, correct, delete, and obtain your data
• No profiling, advertising, or biometric collection is conducted
6. Your Rights & Requests
To exercise your data rights, please contact:
We respond to verified requests within 30–45 days in compliance with applicable laws.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill communication, legal, or project-related purposes. Data no longer needed is securely deleted or anonymized.
8. Data Security
We take reasonable and appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data. While no internet-based system is ever fully secure, we prioritize confidentiality and proactive safeguards.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may link to platforms such as SoundCloud, YouTube, or LinkedIn. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, and we recommend reviewing their privacy policies before use.
10. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” Continued use of the Site implies consent to any revised terms.
11. Contact Us
Ash & Aether LLC
📧 team@ashandaethermusic.com
🌐 www.ashandaether.music | www.ashandaethermusic.com
Whether you're working with us from the United States or collaborating from Tokyo—we’re committed to transparency, protection, and trust.