Privacy Policy

Introduction

StageTime LLC (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform at stageti.me (“the Service”).

By using the Service, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not use the Service.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• •Account Information: Email address, name, password (hashed), stage name
• •Profile Information: Bio, profile photo, social media links, phonetic name spelling
• •Venue Information: Venue name, address, description, accessibility information
• •Event Information: Show schedules, lineups, ticket details, event descriptions
• •Payment Information: Processed securely by Stripe; we do not store credit card numbers
• •Communications: Messages, feedback, and support requests you send us

Information Collected Automatically

• •Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, signup and performance history
• •Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device identifiers
• •Location Data: GPS coordinates only when explicitly provided for location-restricted show signups (not stored persistently)
• •Log Data: IP address, access times, referring URLs

Cookies and Tracking

We believe in transparency and minimal data collection. Here's exactly what we use:

How We Use Your Information

• •Provide the Service: Facilitate open mic signups, ticket sales, and lineup management
• •Communications: Send transactional emails (order confirmations, show updates, account notifications)
• •Push Notifications: Deliver real-time updates when you're on deck or about to perform (if enabled)
• •Display Profiles: Show your performer profile and performance history publicly (based on your settings)
• •Process Payments: Handle ticket purchases and venue payouts via Stripe
• •Improve the Service: Analyze usage patterns to enhance features and fix issues
• •Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes

Data Sharing

We never sell your personal data. Your information is only shared in these circumstances:

• •With Venues: When you sign up for shows or purchase tickets, your name and email are shared with the venue for event management
• •Public Profiles: Information you choose to make public (stage name, bio, performance history) is visible to other users
• •Service Providers: Essential third parties that help us operate (Stripe for payments, Resend for email, Supabase for hosting)
• •Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
• •Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (with notice to you)

Data Retention

• •Account Data: Retained until you delete your account
• •Transaction Records: Retained for 7 years for tax and legal compliance
• •Performance History: Retained until you delete your account or request removal
• •Server Logs: Automatically deleted after 90 days

Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• •Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you
• •Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• •Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
• •Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format
• •Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from non-essential communications
• •Objection: Object to certain types of data processing

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@stageti.me

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data:

• •All data transmitted via HTTPS encryption
• •Passwords stored using secure one-way hashing
• •Payment processing handled by PCI-compliant Stripe
• •Database access restricted to authorized personnel only

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will promptly delete that information. If you believe we may have information from a child under 13, please contact us.

International Users

The Service is operated from the United States. If you are accessing the Service from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located. By using the Service, you consent to this transfer.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the “Effective Date” at the top. Your continued use of the Service after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.