Cookie Policy

Last Updated: January 26, 2025 Effective Date: January 26, 2025

Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how bastfm ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website and use our services.

By using bastfm, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, phone) when you visit a website. They help websites:

• Remember your preferences
• Keep you logged in
• Understand how you use the site
• Improve your experience

Cookies can be:

• Session cookies: Temporary, deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them

Cookies We Use

1. Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function. You cannot opt out of these cookies without disabling core functionality.

Why we need these:

• session_token: Keeps you logged in as you navigate the site
• csrf_token: Protects against malicious attacks

Legal Basis (GDPR): Legitimate interest (necessary for service functionality)

2. Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance functionality and personalization but are not strictly necessary. We currently do NOT use functional cookies.

Examples we may add in the future:

• Language preference
• Theme preference (dark mode)
• Player settings

If we add functional cookies, we will update this policy and request your consent where required.

3. Analytics Cookies

We currently do NOT use analytics cookies or third-party tracking.

If we add analytics in the future:

• We will update this Cookie Policy
• We will implement cookie consent mechanism (where legally required)
• We will provide opt-out options
• We will use privacy-focused analytics (e.g., no cross-site tracking)

4. Advertising Cookies

We do NOT use advertising cookies. We do not serve ads or track you for advertising purposes.

Third-Party Cookies

Apple MusicKit

Apple MusicKit (for music playback) may set cookies governed by Apple's Privacy Policy:

• Purpose: Enable music playback, manage authorization, track playback state
• Privacy Policy: https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/
• Control: You cannot opt out without disabling music functionality

These cookies are necessary for core functionality (music playback).

Future Third-Party Services

If we integrate additional third-party services (e.g., analytics, customer support), we will:

• List them in this policy
• Provide links to their privacy policies
• Offer opt-out mechanisms where applicable

Your Cookie Choices

Browser Controls

All modern browsers allow you to control cookies. You can:

• View cookies: See what cookies are stored
• Delete cookies: Remove existing cookies
• Block cookies: Prevent new cookies from being set
• Block third-party cookies: Allow only first-party cookies

How to manage cookies in popular browsers:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data

Note: Blocking strictly necessary cookies will prevent you from using bastfm.

Do Not Track (DNT)

Some browsers send "Do Not Track" (DNT) signals. Currently, there is no industry standard for how to respond to DNT signals.

We currently:

• Do not track you for advertising
• Do not sell your data
• Do not share data with third-party advertisers

If we implement analytics in the future, we will respect DNT signals where feasible.

Opt-Out Links

If we add analytics or advertising cookies in the future, we will provide opt-out links here.

Mobile Applications

If we release a mobile application in the future, similar tracking technologies may be used:

• Device identifiers: For authentication and session management
• Local storage: For app settings and preferences
• Mobile analytics: For app performance and usage (with consent)

We will update this policy to reflect mobile app-specific data collection.

Cookie Duration

Session cookies are automatically deleted when you close your browser.

Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy when:

• We add new cookies or tracking technologies
• Legal requirements change
• We improve our cookie practices

When we make changes:

• We will update the "Last Updated" date
• For material changes, we will notify you via email or prominent notice
• Continued use after changes constitutes consent

Your Rights

GDPR Rights (EU/EEA/UK Users)

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

• Consent: We must obtain consent for non-essential cookies
• Withdraw consent: You can change your mind at any time
• Access: Know what cookies are being used
• Object: Object to cookie-based processing

Currently, we only use strictly necessary cookies (no consent required).

CCPA Rights (California Users)

Under CCPA/CPRA, you have the right to:

• Know: What information cookies collect
• Opt-out: Opt out of "sale" of personal information (we don't sell)
• Delete: Request deletion of cookie-collected data

We do not sell personal information collected via cookies.

Contact Us

Questions about this Cookie Policy or cookies on bastfm?

Email: privacy@bastfm.com

Mailing Address: [Your Company Name] [Street Address] [City, State/Province, ZIP/Postal Code] [Country]

Additional Resources

Learn more about cookies:

• AllAboutCookies.org: https://www.allaboutcookies.org
• EU Cookie Directive: https://ec.europa.eu/ipg/basics/legal/cookies/

Privacy Policies:

• bastfm Privacy Policy: /legal/privacy-policy
• Apple Privacy Policy: https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/

Summary

Last Updated: January 26, 2025

This Cookie Policy is compliant with:

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) - EU/EEA/UK
• ePrivacy Directive - EU
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA) - California, USA
• Cookie Law best practices globally