Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to MUSE MUSIC. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our web application. This is an educational project developed for CPE 334 Software Engineering course at King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT). Please read this privacy policy carefully.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

When you register for an account, we may collect:

• Email address
• Username
• Password (encrypted)
• Profile information (optional)

1.2 Google OAuth Information

When you sign in with Google, we receive:

• Your Google account email
• Your Google profile name
• Your Google profile picture (if available)

1.3 Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information when you use our service:

• Songs you analyze and translate
• Your search history within the application
• Ratings and feedback you provide
• Your favorite songs and saved translations
• Language preferences
• Session information and login history

1.4 Technical Data

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Operating system
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for:

• Account Management: To create and manage your user account
• Service Delivery: To provide lyrics analysis, translation, and mood detection services
• Personalization: To provide personalized song recommendations based on your preferences
• AI Processing: To analyze lyrics using Large Language Models (LLMs) for translation, mood analysis, and interpretation
• Communication: To send you service-related notifications and updates via email (from [email protected])
• Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve our service
• Security: To protect against unauthorized access and ensure system security
• Academic Evaluation: Anonymous, aggregated data may be used for academic assessment of this educational project

3. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Large Language Models

MUSE MUSIC uses AI and Large Language Models (LLMs) to analyze song lyrics. When you request a song analysis:

• Song lyrics are processed by AI models via Ollama (gpt-oss:120b) and other Large Language Models
• The AI generates translations, mood analysis, summaries, and interpretations
• Results are AI predictions and may not be 100% accurate
• Processed data is stored for improving service quality
• No personal information is sent to AI models, only lyrics content

Important: All AI-generated content is provided "as is" for educational purposes and should not be considered as professional translation or psychological analysis.

4. Third-Party Services

We integrate with the following third-party services:

4.1 Google OAuth

For authentication purposes. Please review Google's Privacy Policy.

4.2 YouTube API

For searching and displaying videos with synced lyrics. Subject to YouTube Terms of Service.

4.3 Spotify API

For music metadata and song information retrieval.

4.4 LRCLib

For synchronized lyrics data and timing information.

4.5 YouTube Transcript API

For retrieving video transcripts and captions. Uses youtube-transcript-api library.

4.6 Google Analytics

For analyzing website traffic and user behavior (anonymized data).

5. Data Storage and Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

• Passwords are encrypted using industry-standard hashing algorithms
• Secure HTTPS connections for all data transmission
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls and authentication mechanisms
• Database encryption for sensitive information

Data Retention: User data is retained for the duration of the educational project (approximately one academic year) and may be deleted upon project completion or user request.

6. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request access to your personal data
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Export: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Opt-out: Opt-out of certain data collection (e.g., analytics)
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us through the contact information provided below.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Maintain your login session
• Remember your preferences (language, theme, etc.)
• Analyze usage patterns through Google Analytics
• Improve user experience

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our service.

8. Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

9. International Users

This service is hosted in Thailand and operated as an educational project at King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi. By using our service, you consent to the transfer and processing of your information in Thailand.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

11. Educational Project and Copyright Notice

Important: MUSE MUSIC is an educational project developed for academic purposes at King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi (KMUTT) as part of CPE 334 Software Engineering course. This project demonstrates software engineering principles, full-stack development, and AI integration. Data collected may be used for academic evaluation in anonymized, aggregated form.

Copyright Disclaimer: This service may contain copyrighted song lyrics and related content. All content is used strictly for educational and non-commercial purposes under fair use principles. We do not claim ownership of any copyrighted materials. If you are a copyright holder and believe your content should be removed, please contact us immediately and we will promptly remove it. We respect all intellectual property rights and are committed to complying with copyright laws.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us: