Privacy Policy
Last updated: 23 June 2026
JamaicansMusic.com (“we”, “us”, “our”) is operated by Esirom. This policy explains how we handle personal data when you use our website, music library, and newsletter.
Who is responsible for your data
The data controller is Esirom, which operates JamaicansMusic.com. For privacy enquiries, contact us via About JamaicansMusic.
What we collect
- Newsletter sign-up: your email address, the page you subscribed from, and the time you gave consent.
- Music library usage: anonymised play counts and technical data needed to keep playback working (for example, which tracks are played).
- Analytics: aggregated usage data via Google Analytics to understand traffic and improve the site.
- Local storage: preferences such as theme, player queue, and volume stored in your browser — not sent to us unless you submit a form or trigger an API request.
How we use your data
- To send occasional email updates about new music, artists, archive additions, and editorial stories.
- To operate and improve the music library, search, and playback experience.
- To measure site performance and fix errors.
- To comply with legal obligations where required.
Legal basis (UK GDPR)
- Consent — newsletter subscriptions.
- Legitimate interests — site analytics, security, and service improvement.
- Contract / service delivery — providing the features you request when using the library.
Where data is stored
Newsletter email addresses are stored in our Postgres database hosted via Netlify/Neon. Analytics data is processed by Google. We do not sell your personal data.
Retention
- Newsletter data is kept until you unsubscribe or ask us to delete it.
- Analytics data is retained according to Google Analytics settings.
- Server logs and security records are kept only as long as needed for operations and abuse prevention.
Your rights
If you are in the UK or EEA, you may request access, correction, deletion, restriction, or portability of your personal data, and you may withdraw newsletter consent at any time. Unsubscribe links will be included in every marketing email once our email provider is connected.
You may also lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk.
Cookies and similar technologies
We use cookies and local storage for essential site function, preferences, and analytics. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Blocking analytics cookies will not prevent you from using the music library.
Children
JamaicansMusic.com is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
Changes
We may update this policy from time to time. Material changes will be reflected on this page with an updated date.