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Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

 

Effective Date: 9/10/2025

At the Buffalo Academy of Irish Music, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting any personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you interact with us through our website, email, in-person programs, or other services.

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1. Information We Collect

 

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information:
    When you sign up for lessons, events, mailing lists, or contact us directly, we may collect your:

    • Name

    • Email address

    • Phone number

    • Mailing address

    • Emergency contact information (for students)

    • Payment information (processed securely through a third-party provider)

  • Usage Data:
    When you visit our website, we may automatically collect non-personal information such as:

    • IP address

    • Browser type

    • Pages visited

    • Time spent on the site

    • Device type

  • Media and Recordings:
    With your consent, we may collect photographs, videos, or audio recordings of students during classes, performances, or events.

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2. How We Use Your Information

 

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide and manage music lessons, workshops, and events

  • Communicate important updates, schedules, or changes

  • Respond to inquiries and provide customer support

  • Send newsletters or promotional content (with your consent)

  • Maintain safety and emergency contact records

  • Improve our website and services

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3. Sharing Your Information

 

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your data in the following situations:

  • Service Providers: We may use trusted third-party services to process payments, manage email communications, or host our website. These providers have their own privacy policies and are required to safeguard your information.

  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or if necessary to protect our rights or comply with a legal process.

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4. Your Choices and Rights

 

You have the right to:

  • Opt out of marketing emails at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link or contacting us directly

  • Request access to the personal data we hold about you

  • Request correction or deletion of your information, unless we are required to retain it for legal or operational reasons

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5. Security

 

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure. While no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your data.

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6. Children's Privacy

 

Our services may involve minors (students under 18), and we collect personal information from children only with the consent of a parent or legal guardian. We do not knowingly collect information from children without appropriate consent.

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7. Changes to This Policy

 

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the “Effective Date” at the top. We encourage you to review the policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

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8. Contact Us

 

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:

Buffalo Academy of Irish Music
Email: charliecoughlinmusic@gmail.com
Phone: 716-322-8452
Mailing Address: 53 Reed Ave. Lackawanna NY, 14218​

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