1. Information We Collect

When you join Afromusicfriends, we collect basic details such as your name, email address, and profile info. If you upload music, comment, or interact with others, we may also store those interactions.

We also store your IP address during registration, login, and other account-related actions. This helps us detect abuse, protect your account, and comply with legal requirements under German and EU data protection laws (e.g., § 25 TTDSG, Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR).

2. Why We Collect This Information

Your data helps us run the platform, improve your experience, and keep things secure. We never sell your data. Ever.

3. How We Protect Your Data

We use secure servers, encrypted connections, and regular software updates to safeguard your personal information. Our team follows strict internal protocols to ensure your data isn't accessed or misused by anyone not authorized. Afromusicfriends is built with care—and that includes your privacy.

4. Sharing and Third Parties

We don't share your personal data with anyone, unless it's essential to the service—like using secure payment providers, analytics tools, or law enforcement requests when required by law.

Afromusicfriends uses trusted third-party services to enhance your experience. These include:

• Facebook Login (via JFBConnect) – allows you to register and log in using your Facebook account. When you use this feature, Facebook shares your name and profile picture with us. This data is handled in accordance with Meta's Privacy Policy.
• Meta Pixel – measures ad performance and enables targeted advertising
• Google reCAPTCHA – for spam and abuse prevention
• Google Maps – for interactive location features
• Google Analytics – to understand visitor behaviour (anonymised data)
• Google AdSense – to serve relevant advertisements
• Google Fonts – served locally to comply with GDPR
• Metricool – to track platform performance and social media analytics

We also use a GDPR compliance extension that manages cookies and third-party resources based on your consent. This tool ensures that external services are only activated after you agree, and helps us stay fully compliant with European data protection laws.

These services may collect limited technical information, such as your IP address or browser details, in accordance with their own privacy policies.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Like most websites, Afromusicfriends uses cookies to improve functionality and personalise your experience. Cookies help us remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and understand how the platform is used.

Some cookies are essential for the site to function, while others (like those used for analytics or embedded content) are optional and only activated with your consent.

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time using our cookie settings panel. Our GDPR extension ensures that no tracking scripts are loaded without your explicit approval.

6. Your Rights

As a user of Afromusicfriends, you have full control over your data. Under GDPR and related laws, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request corrections or updates to your information
• Delete your account and all associated personal data at any time
• Withdraw your consent at any time for optional data processing
• Request a copy of your data in a portable format

You can delete your profile and all associated data directly at any time by visiting your account deletion page. This action is permanent and cannot be undone.

For all other requests — access, correction, data export, or any privacy-related enquiry — contact us using the details provided below. We will respond promptly.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active. Upon account deletion, your personal profile information, comments, photos, and videos are permanently removed from our system. Anonymised or aggregated data may be retained for analytical purposes and cannot be used to identify you personally.

8. Contact and Support

If you have questions about our privacy practices or want to exercise your rights, feel free to reach out.

You can contact us directly via our Contact Page or by emailing us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

We're here to help and will respond as quickly as possible.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services, legal obligations, or user feedback.

When we do, we'll update the "Last Updated" date at the bottom of this page. Significant changes will be clearly communicated.

By continuing to use Afromusicfriends after updates are posted, you agree to the revised policy.

Last updated: April 29, 2026