1. General Information

This Privacy Policy explains how smokerscough.net processes personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

We are committed to transparent and lawful data handling practices.

2. Data Collection

We may collect limited data when users:

• Visit the website (automatic server logs)
  
  
• Submit inquiries through the contact form
  
  

Collected data may include:

• IP address
  
  
• Browser type and version
  
  
• Operating system
  
  
• Date and time of access
  
  
• Pages visited
  
  
• Information voluntarily submitted via forms
  
  

We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal data.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

Data processing occurs under GDPR Article 6(1):

• Legitimate interest (website functionality and security)
  
  
• User consent (voluntary contact form submissions)
  
  

4. Purpose of Data Processing

Personal data may be processed to:

• Maintain technical functionality
  
  
• Improve website performance
  
  
• Respond to inquiries
  
  
• Prevent misuse or security threats
  
  

We do not sell personal data to third parties.

5. Data Retention

Personal data is stored only for as long as necessary to fulfill the intended purpose or as required by law.

6. Cookies

This website may use technically necessary cookies to ensure proper functionality.

If non-essential cookies are implemented, users will be informed and consent will be obtained where legally required.

7. User Rights Under GDPR

Users have the right to:

• Access their stored personal data
  
  
• Request correction
  
  
• Request deletion
  
  
• Restrict processing
  
  
• Data portability
  
  
• Withdraw consent at any time
  
  

Requests may be submitted through the official website contact form.

Users also have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access or misuse.

However, internet-based transmission may contain inherent security risks. Absolute security cannot be guaranteed.

9. Third-Party Services

If third-party tools such as analytics platforms or embedded media players are used, they will operate in accordance with applicable data protection regulations. Users will be informed where consent is required.

10. No Financial or Professional Services

Smokers Cough does not provide financial, legal, investment, or professional music industry services. Discussions of music sales, chart positions, or industry trends are informational and do not constitute financial advice.

11. Updates to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy to reflect legal or operational changes. The currently published version applies.