Privacy Policy

RED THREAD RECORDS

Effective Date: 21/06/2026

Red Thread Records ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information submitted through our website, artist application forms, and other communication channels.

1. WHO WE ARE

Red Thread Records is an independent music collaboration project operated by Mathew Savage.

For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Email: redthreadrecords.com

2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We may collect the following information from artists, applicants, website visitors, and collaborators:

Personal Information

Full name
Email address
Phone number (if provided)
Age
Location
Social media usernames and profile links

Creative Submissions

Audio recordings
Demo tracks
Video performances
Photographs
Artist biographies
Other content voluntarily submitted through applications

Website Information

IP address
Browser information
Device information
Website usage analytics
Cookie data

3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We collect information for the following purposes:

Reviewing artist applications
Contacting applicants
Assessing suitability for collaboration opportunities
Managing recording and creative projects
Providing updates regarding opportunities and submissions
Improving website functionality and user experience
Maintaining security and preventing misuse of our services

We only use personal information where we have a legitimate reason to do so.

4. ARTIST SUBMISSIONS AND OWNERSHIP

Artists retain ownership of all music, recordings, videos, lyrics, images, and creative works submitted during the application process.

Submitting material to Red Thread Records does not transfer ownership of your work.

Any future collaboration, recording, publishing, or release arrangements will be governed by separate written agreements.

5. SHARING YOUR INFORMATION

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.

Information may be shared with trusted producers, engineers, collaborators, or advisors involved in evaluating applications or facilitating potential music projects.

Such sharing will only occur where reasonably necessary for project development.

6. DATA STORAGE AND SECURITY

We take reasonable measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or loss.

Information may be stored using secure online services, email systems, cloud storage providers, and project management tools.

While we strive to protect your information, no method of online storage or transmission can be guaranteed completely secure.

7. DATA RETENTION

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:

Evaluate applications
Manage ongoing collaborations
Meet legal or administrative requirements

Information that is no longer required may be deleted or anonymized.

8. YOUR RIGHTS

Under applicable UK data protection laws, you may have the right to:

Request access to your personal information
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of your information
Restrict or object to certain processing activities
Withdraw consent where consent has been provided

Requests can be submitted by contacting us using the details provided in this policy.

9. COOKIES

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and analyze website traffic.

Cookies help us understand how visitors use the site and improve the overall user experience.

Visitors may choose to disable cookies through their browser settings, although some website features may not function correctly.

10. CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE

Applicants under the age of 18 should obtain permission from a parent or legal guardian before submitting personal information or creative materials.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate consent.

11. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, social media platforms, or streaming services.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.

Users should review the privacy policies of any third-party services they visit.

12. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Any changes will be published on this page with an updated effective date.

Continued use of our website or services after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

13. CONTACT US

For privacy-related questions, requests, or concerns, please contact:

Red Thread Records
Attn: Mathew Savage

Email: redthreadrecords.com

Last Updated: 21/06/2026