Privacy Policy

Important Notice: In case of conflict between language versions, the Spanish version governs.

Data Controller and Contact Information {#responsable-tratamiento}

Beattronome is owned and operated by an individual proprietor based in Mexico. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly.

Contact Information:

Scope of Application {#ambito-aplicacion}

This Privacy Policy applies to:

  • Website: beattronome.com and all its subdomains
  • Mobile applications: Beattronome for iOS and Android
  • Related services: All functionality and features provided through our platforms

Covered Users

This policy covers all users of our services, regardless of their geographic location, with specific provisions according to applicable data protection laws in your jurisdiction.

Information We Collect {#datos-recopilados}

Website Data {#datos-sitio-web}

Our website (beattronome.com) is designed to respect your privacy. We collect minimal information necessary to operate and improve our services:

Information Collected Automatically

  • Device and usage analytics (when analytics are enabled): general device type, browser information, pages visited, time on site, and interaction patterns
  • Technical logs: anonymized error logs and performance data to maintain site functionality
  • Cookies: only for analytical purposes when enabled (see our Cookies section below)

What We Do Not Collect

  • We do not collect geolocation data
  • We do not require user accounts to browse our website
  • We do not collect personal identifiers unless you contact us directly

Mobile Application Data {#datos-aplicaciones-moviles}

Our mobile applications may collect additional information to provide enhanced functionality:

App-Specific Data Collection

  • Subscription information: processed through app stores (Apple App Store{rel="noopener noreferrer external" referrerpolicy="no-referrer-when-downgrade"}, Google Play Store{rel="noopener noreferrer external" referrerpolicy="no-referrer-when-downgrade"}) according to their privacy policies
  • Advertising data: Google AdMob{rel="noopener noreferrer external" referrerpolicy="no-referrer-when-downgrade"} may collect advertising-related information in free versions of our applications, governed by Google's privacy policies
  • Crash analytics: anonymized crash reports and performance data when enabled to improve app stability
  • App usage patterns: feature usage data and interaction to improve user experience

App stores handle subscription processing and have their own privacy disclosures that apply to those transactions.

Standardized Data Categories {#categorias-datos}

The following table provides a standardized overview of the data categories we may collect:

Processing Purposes {#finalidades-tratamiento}

We process your information for the following purposes under applicable legal bases:

Service Operation and Functionality

  • Purpose: Provide access to our metronome and rhythm training tools
  • Legal basis:
    • EU/UK (GDPR): Contract performance or legitimate interests
    • Other regions: Contractual necessity or legitimate business interests

Analytics and Service Improvement

  • Purpose: Understand site usage, improve user experience, optimize performance
  • Legal basis:
    • EU/UK (GDPR): Legitimate interests or consent, depending on your region and settings
    • California (CCPA): Legitimate business purposes with opt-out rights
    • Other regions: Consent when required by local law

Security and Abuse Prevention

  • Purpose: Ensure website functionality, prevent abuse, maintain security
  • Legal basis: Legitimate interests in operating our services securely

Communication and Support

  • Purpose: Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
  • Legal basis: Legitimate interests in providing requested services or fulfilling contractual obligations

Advertising (Mobile Apps Only) {#publicidad-admob}

Google AdMob

In free versions of our mobile applications, we use Google AdMob to display relevant advertising:

Data Processed by AdMob

  • Advertising identifiers: Device advertising ID (IDFA on iOS, AAID on Android)
  • Device information: device model, operating system, language settings
  • Advertising interaction data: clicks, views, conversions
  • Approximate location information: based on IP address for advertising relevance

Advertising Controls

  • Device settings: You can limit ad tracking on iOS or reset advertising ID on Android
  • Google policies: AdMob is subject to Google's privacy and cookie policies{rel="noopener noreferrer external" referrerpolicy="no-referrer-when-downgrade"}
  • Premium versions: Paid versions of our apps do not include advertising

Advertising Partners

Ads may be provided by third-party advertising networks that have their own privacy policies. We recommend reviewing these policies to understand their data practices.

Analytics {#analiticas-ga4}

Google Analytics 4 (GA4)

When analytics are enabled, we use Google Analytics 4 to understand site usage:

Data Processed by GA4

  • Navigation events: pages visited, time on site, navigation paths
  • Device information: browser type, operating system, screen resolution
  • Demographic data: approximate age and interests (when available)
  • Custom events: specific interactions with metronome tools

Analytics Configuration

  • Privacy settings: GA4 is configured with enhanced privacy features
  • IP anonymization: IP addresses are anonymized before processing
  • Data retention: Data is retained according to our retention periods
  • Opt-out: You can opt out using Google's opt-out tools{rel="noopener noreferrer external" referrerpolicy="no-referrer-when-downgrade"} or browser extensions

Firebase Analytics (Mobile Applications)

Our mobile applications may use Firebase Analytics to understand app usage:

Tracked Events

  • Feature usage: which metronome tools are used most frequently
  • App performance: loading times, errors, stability
  • User patterns: practice sessions, usage duration, training progression

International Transfers {#transferencias-internacionales}

As a global service, your information may be transferred and processed in countries other than yours, including the United States. We ensure appropriate safeguards are implemented:

Transfer Safeguards

  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs): For transfers from EU/UK
  • Adequacy decisions: When available for destination countries
  • Supplementary measures: Transfer impact assessments when necessary
  • Contractual commitments: All processors commit to maintaining appropriate data protections

Service Providers with Transfers

  • Google (Analytics, AdMob, Firebase): Transfers based on SCCs and Google's privacy commitments{rel="noopener noreferrer external" referrerpolicy="no-referrer-when-downgrade"}
  • Vercel (Hosting): Transfers with appropriate contractual protections
  • App stores: Apple{rel="noopener noreferrer external" referrerpolicy="no-referrer-when-downgrade"} (United States) and Google{rel="noopener noreferrer external" referrerpolicy="no-referrer-when-downgrade"} (United States) with their respective safeguards

Processors List {#lista-procesadores}

The following table identifies the data processors we use and their roles:

Data Retention {#retencion-datos}

We retain information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy:

Retention Periods by Category

The following table details our specific data retention periods:

Data Deletion and Anonymization

We implement rigorous processes to ensure secure deletion and proper anonymization:

Secure Deletion Methods

  1. Cryptographic deletion: Destruction of encryption keys that permanently render data unreadable
  2. Physical deletion: Secure wiping using industry-standard methods with multiple overwrites
  3. Database purging: Complete removal from all active and backup systems

Anonymization Process

For statistical analysis and service improvement purposes:

  1. Identifier removal: Complete removal of all direct and indirect personal identifiers
  2. Statistical aggregation: Combination with other data points to prevent re-identification
  3. Statistical noise: Addition of controlled randomization where appropriate for population analysis

Verification Procedures

  • Deletion confirmation: Technical verification of successful removal from all systems
  • Audit trails: Documentation of all deletion activities for compliance purposes
  • Processor notification: Formal instructions to third-party processors for coordinated deletion

Geographic Considerations

Retention periods may vary based on local legal requirements:

  • European Union: GDPR compliance with user control over retention
  • California: CCPA requirements for data deletion rights
  • Mexico: LFPDPPP compliance for local controller obligations
  • Other jurisdictions: Adherence to applicable local data protection laws

Data Deletion

When data is no longer needed:

  • Secure deletion: Use of certified deletion methods
  • Anonymization: Conversion to aggregated non-identifiable form
  • Processor notification: Deletion instructions to service providers

User Rights {#derechos-usuarios}

Depending on your location, you may have various rights regarding your personal information:

General Rights (Available Globally)

  • Access: Request information about what personal data we have about you
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information in certain circumstances
  • Communication preferences: Opt out of non-essential communications

Rights by Jurisdiction

European Union/United Kingdom (GDPR)

  • Data portability: Receive your data in machine-readable format
  • Processing restriction: Limit how we use your information in certain circumstances
  • Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
  • Consent withdrawal: Withdraw previously given consent
  • Automated decision-making: Protection against solely automated decision-making

California (CCPA/CPRA)

  • Right to know: Categories and specific pieces of information collected
  • Right to delete: Deletion of personal information (with legal exceptions)
  • Right to opt-out: Opt out of selling personal information (we do not sell data)
  • Right to non-discrimination: Equal service regardless of privacy choices
  • Right to correct: Correction of inaccurate personal information

Brazil (LGPD)

  • Access and portability: Access and transfer of your personal data
  • Correction and deletion: Rights to correction and erasure
  • Consent withdrawal: Withdraw consent when processing is based on consent
  • Information about sharing: Details about who your data is shared with
  • Review of automated decisions: Review of decisions based solely on automated processing

Mexico (LFPDPPP - ARCO Rights)

  • Access: Right to access your personal data in our possession
  • Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Cancellation: Request deletion of data when unnecessary
  • Opposition: Object to certain processing activities for specific purposes

Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights:

  1. Contact: Send us an email at support@beattronome.com (see our Contact Information section for more details)
  2. Subject: Include "Privacy Rights Request" in the subject
  3. Required information: Provide sufficient information to verify your identity
  4. Response time: We will respond within timeframes required by applicable law (generally 30 days)

Protection of Minors {#proteccion-menores}

Age Restrictions

Our services are not directed to minors under the following ages:

  • General: 13 years
  • European Union: 16 years (or lower age permitted by national law)
  • Other jurisdictions: According to local child protection laws

Unintentional Collection

We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors under applicable ages. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information:

  1. Immediate contact: Send an email to support@beattronome.com
  2. Subject information: Include "Child Privacy" in the subject
  3. Corrective action: We will take steps to delete such information and terminate the minor's account if applicable

Guidance for Teenagers (13-17 years)

For users between 13 and 17 years old, we provide the following guidance:

Personal Responsibility

  • Privacy awareness: Understanding what information you share and with whom
  • Security settings: Familiarizing yourself with the app's privacy settings
  • Responsible communication: Being cautious when interacting with other users or content

Parental and Guardian Involvement

  • Parental consent: May be required in some jurisdictions for users under 16 years
  • Recommended supervision: Regular discussion about app usage and safe digital practices
  • Digital education: Development of digital literacy skills and privacy awareness

Parental Supervision

For mobile app usage, we recommend:

  • Active supervision: Monitoring of app usage by minors
  • Privacy settings: Review of privacy settings on devices
  • Store policies: Review of app store privacy disclosures

Cookies and SDK Identifiers {#cookies-sdk}

Types of Cookies Used

  • Essential cookies: Necessary for basic site functionality (cannot be disabled)
  • Analytics cookies (when enabled): Help us understand site usage and performance
  • No tracking cookies: We do not use cookies for cross-site tracking or advertising on our website
  • Browser controls: You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings
  • Analytics opt-out: You can opt out of Google Analytics through:

SDK Identifiers in Mobile Applications

Our mobile applications may use SDK identifiers for:

Google AdMob (Free Versions Only)

  • Advertising ID: IDFA (iOS) and AAID (Android) for ad personalization
  • Management: You can limit ad tracking in device settings
  • Policies: Subject to Google's advertising policies{rel="noopener noreferrer external" referrerpolicy="no-referrer-when-downgrade"}

Firebase/Analytics

  • Firebase Instance ID: For app analytics and event tracking
  • Anonymous User ID: For aggregated usage pattern analysis
  • Management: You can disable analytics in app settings
  • Learn more: Firebase Privacy Policy{rel="noopener noreferrer external" referrerpolicy="no-referrer-when-downgrade"}

Do Not Track

While our website respects your privacy choices, we do not currently automatically respond to "Do Not Track" signals due to lack of uniform industry standards. Instead, we recommend:

  • Browser privacy settings: Use of built-in privacy configurations
  • Opt-out tools: Browser extensions for tracking blocking
  • Cookie settings: Manual management through browser preferences

Third-Party Websites

Our website and applications may contain links to third-party websites, including:

  • App stores: Apple App Store{rel="noopener noreferrer external" referrerpolicy="no-referrer-when-downgrade"}, Google Play Store{rel="noopener noreferrer external" referrerpolicy="no-referrer-when-downgrade"}
  • Social media: Links to our pages on social platforms
  • Educational resources: Links to relevant music education content
  • Service partners: Links to service provider privacy policy pages

Limited Responsibility

Important: We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites. We strongly recommend:

  1. Policy review: Reading privacy policies of third-party websites before providing personal information
  2. Privacy settings: Using appropriate privacy settings when interacting with third-party services
  3. Caution: Exercising caution when sharing personal information on external platforms

Changes to This Policy {#cambios-politica}

Update Process

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect:

  • Service changes: New features or functionality
  • Legal requirements: Updates to data protection laws
  • Best practices: Evolution of industry privacy standards
  • User feedback: Improvements based on user comments

Change Notification

When we make significant changes:

  1. Date update: We will post the updated policy with a new "Last updated" date
  2. Site notice: Display a prominent notice on our website
  3. App notifications: We may send notifications through our mobile applications
  4. Direct communication: For material changes, we may send email notifications to registered users

Continued Acceptance

Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy. If you disagree with changes, you may:

  • Discontinue use: Stop using our services
  • Contact us: Discuss specific concerns about changes
  • Exercise rights: Use your privacy rights as appropriate (see User Rights section)

Contact Information {#contacto}

General Privacy Inquiries

Questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices?

  • Email: support@beattronome.com
  • Subject for privacy inquiries: Include "Privacy" in the subject for faster routing
  • Response time: We aim to respond within 30 days (or sooner as required by applicable law)

Privacy Rights Requests

To exercise your privacy rights:

  • Email: support@beattronome.com
  • Required subject: "Privacy Rights Request"
  • Necessary information: Include sufficient information to verify your identity
  • Request types: Access, correction, deletion, portability, restriction, objection

Additional Resources

Important Notice: This document is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Privacy laws and regulations vary significantly by jurisdiction and may change over time.

Limitations

  • Not legal advice: This document does not replace professional legal counsel
  • Jurisdictional variations: Rights and obligations may differ based on your location
  • Regulatory changes: Privacy laws are constantly evolving

Recommendations

If you have specific legal questions about:

  • Your privacy rights under local laws
  • Data protection obligations for your organization
  • Industry-specific compliance requirements
  • Interpretation of this policy in your jurisdiction

Consult with a qualified attorney in your jurisdiction to receive advice tailored to your particular circumstances.

Effective date: October 24, 2025
Version: 1.2.0
Last updated: October 24, 2025