Privacy Policy

Effective: March 19, 2026 · Last updated: March 19, 2026

AXON.fm ("AXON," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy describes what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information.

1. Information We Collect

Information you provide directly:

• Email address (if you sign up for early access, a newsletter, or create an account)
• Name (if you provide it voluntarily)
• Payment information (processed by our third-party payment processor; we do not store card numbers)
• Messages or feedback you send us via email or contact forms

Information collected automatically:

• Device type, browser type, and operating system
• IP address (anonymized where possible)
• Pages visited, time spent, and referral source
• Listening behavior (which protocols are used, session duration) if you use our platform

Cookies and similar technologies:

• We use essential cookies to make the site function correctly
• We may use analytics cookies (e.g., Google Analytics or a privacy-respecting alternative) to understand how visitors use the site
• We do not sell cookie data to third parties
• You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time

2. How We Use Your Information

• To provide and improve our audio products and platform
• To communicate with you about your account, updates, or inquiries
• To send marketing communications (only with your explicit consent; you can unsubscribe at any time)
• To analyze aggregate usage patterns to improve our protocols and user experience
• To comply with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share limited data with:

• Service providers: Payment processors, hosting providers, email delivery services, and analytics tools that help us operate AXON.fm. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data.
• Legal requirements: If required by law, subpoena, or other legal process.
• Business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (you would be notified).

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy. Account data is retained while your account is active. You may request deletion at any time.

5. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Opt out of marketing communications
• Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent)

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at privacy@axon.fm.

6. California Residents (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect and the right to request its deletion. We do not sell personal information as defined by the CCPA.

7. European Residents (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area, United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Our legal basis for processing your data is: (a) your consent, (b) performance of a contract, or (c) our legitimate business interests. You may contact your local data protection authority if you have concerns about our data handling practices.

8. Children's Privacy

AXON.fm is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.

9. Security

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including encryption in transit (TLS/SSL) and secure storage practices. No system is perfectly secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Third-Party Links

Our site may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., research papers, streaming platforms). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a revised effective date. Continued use of AXON.fm after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

12. Contact Us

For questions about this privacy policy or our data practices:

Email: privacy@axon.fm
General: contact@axon.fm