Privacy Policy
A legal disclaimer
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: February 24, 2026
Last Updated: February 24, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how we (themalcolmhyneman) collect, use, and share your information when you visit our website and use our music theory lesson services and book session time. We are committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with the California Online Privacy Protection Act (CalOPPA) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
1. Information We Collect
To provide our services, we collect the following categories of information:
* Identifiers: Name, email address, and phone number.
* Commercial Information: Payment information (processed via providers like Stripe/PayPal, Venmo, Zelle etc), purchase history, and negotiable service rates.
* Scheduling Data: Dates and times of lessons, as well as any notes provided for lesson planning and book sessions.
* Internet Activity: IP addresses and browsing behavior via cookies (if applicable).
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your data strictly for business purposes, including:
* Processing payments and providing invoices.
* Managing and confirming lesson schedules.
* Communicating regarding service updates or negotiable pricing.
* Complying with California state tax and legal obligations.
3. California "Do Not Track" Disclosures
Under CalOPPA, we must disclose how we respond to "Do Not Track" (DNT) signals.
* Example Disclosure: "Our website currently does not respond to 'Do Not Track' browser signals. However, we do not sell your data to third parties for advertising purposes."
4. Sharing with Third Parties
We do not sell your personal information. We only share data with service providers necessary to run the business, such as:
* Payment Processors: To securely handle credit card transactions.
* Scheduling Tools: To manage lesson calendars.
5. Your Rights (California Residents)
As a California resident, you have the following rights:
* Right to Know: You can request a list of the personal data we have collected about you.
* Right to Delete: You can request that we delete your personal information (subject to certain legal exceptions, like keeping records for tax purposes).
* Right to Correct: You can request that we fix any inaccurate information in our records.
6. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures, such as encryption and secure payment gateways, to protect your sensitive information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
7. Changes to This Policy
We will notify you of any material changes to this policy by posting the new version on this page and updating the "Effective Date" at the top.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about this policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at:
Los Angeles, CA 90012