PRIVACY POLICY

Privacy Policy for SoundVault's Newsletter

SoundVault issues an electronic newsletter, which can be subscribed to through our website. The newsletter is sent via email to those who have opted in. Personal data is used solely to send the newsletter.

Data Collection and Usage

We collect only the email address and name of our subscribers. Among these, only the email address is mandatory. We may also process additional information provided by the subscriber to better tailor the newsletter content. Personal data is retained as long as necessary to send the newsletter (until the subscription is canceled or the newsletter service is discontinued).

Subscription Management

Subscribers can cancel their subscription at any time via a link in each newsletter or through our website. The personal data of those who unsubscribe will be promptly deleted.

Legal Basis for Data Processing

We process personal data to perform a task in the public interest and exercise official authority vested in us:

  • Article 6(1)(e) of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU 2016/679)

  • Articles 8, 14, 16–17 of the Finnish Data Protection Act (1050/2018)

  • Articles 51 and 55-59 of the GDPR (EU 2016/679)

Data Sharing and Transfer

Data is disclosed in accordance with the Finnish Act on the Openness of Government Activities, unless specifically restricted by law. Data is not disclosed for direct marketing, opinion polling, or market research unless specifically regulated.

Personal data processing is conducted within the EU/EEA area and will not be transferred to third countries or international organizations.

Your Data Protection Rights

This section outlines your data protection rights related to SoundVault's electronic newsletter:

  1. Right to Information: You have the right to know why and how we process your personal data. This policy aims to provide comprehensive information about our data processing practices. If anything remains unclear, please contact us for clarification.

  2. Right of Access: You have the right to know if we process your personal data and to receive a copy unless there is a legal reason to refuse.

  3. Right to Rectification: If your personal data is incorrect, you can request correction. We will notify any recipients of the correction where feasible.

  4. Right to Restriction of Processing: If you believe your data is incorrect, processed unlawfully, or you have objected to processing, you can request a restriction. We will process your data only with your consent or as required by law.

  5. Notification Obligation: We will notify recipients of any corrections or restrictions unless it is impossible or involves disproportionate effort.

  6. Right to Object: You can object to the processing of your personal data based on your specific situation. We will cease processing unless there are compelling legitimate grounds.

Exemptions

When personal data is processed to perform a task in the public interest or exercise official authority, the following rights do not apply:

  • Right to Erasure (Article 17 of the GDPR)

  • Right to Data Portability (Article 20 of the GDPR)

We do not engage in automated decision-making or profiling based on personal data (Article 22 of the GDPR).

Contact Information

To exercise your data protection rights, you can contact us via email at soundvaultfi(at)gmail.com