Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy
Last updated: 2025

Margaret Brandman Music (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose and safeguard your information when you visit our website and purchase our downloadable CDs, music products, and related digital content.

By using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information

• Name

• Email address

• Billing address

• Phone number

• Transaction details

• Any information you provide when contacting us

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address

• Browser type

• Device information

• Pages visited

• Referring URLs

• Time spent on pages

Payment Information

Payments are processed securely through third-party payment gateways (e.g., Stripe, PayPal, or WooCommerce payments).
We do not store your full credit card details.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Process and fulfil orders for downloadable music products

• Provide customer support

• Send purchase confirmations and updates

• Improve website functionality

• Prevent fraud and maintain website security

• Send marketing emails (only with your consent)

3. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with:

• Trusted service providers (payment processors, hosting providers, email services)

• Australian regulatory authorities if required by law

• Professional advisors (legal, accounting)

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to:

• Improve website performance

• Remember your preferences

• Analyse traffic and usage

• Enable secure checkout functionality

Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies – Required for site functionality and secure checkout

• Analytics Cookies – Google Analytics or similar tools

• Marketing Cookies – For ads and retargeting (if used)

• Preference Cookies – Saving choices for future visits

Cookie Consent

Upon visiting our site, you may be asked to accept cookies.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features may not work properly.

5. Data Storage & Security

We take reasonable measures to:

• Prevent unauthorised access

• Use secure servers and SSL encryption

• Limit access to personal information

• Ensure third-party providers maintain proper security standards

However, no online transmission is ever 100% secure.

6. Your Rights (Australia)

Under Australian Privacy Laws, you may:

• Request access to your personal information

• Request corrections to inaccurate information

• Opt-out of marketing communications

• Request deletion of data (where legally applicable)

To make a request, contact us at:
📧 margaret@margaretbrandman.com

7. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary for:

• Legal obligations

• Tax and accounting requirements

• Order history and customer support

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

9. International Transfers

Some service providers (e.g., hosting, email delivery) may be located outside Australia.
We ensure they comply with privacy protection standards.

10. Contact Us

Margaret Brandman Music
Villa 6, 4-6 Crammond Boulevarde, Caringbah NSW 2229, Australia
📧 margaret@margaretbrandman.com
📞 +61 414 185 193

For distribution enquiries:
ENCORE MUSIC DISTRIBUTORS
4 Lentara Ct, Cheltenham VIC 3192
sales@encoremusic.com.au
+61 3 9415 6677