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Privacy Policy

The Next Holiday Classic

Last Updated: January 1, 2026

1. Information We Collect

Information you provide directly:

  • Full name and email address
  • Song title, genre, lyrics, and description
  • Audio files uploaded
  • Rule acceptance confirmation

Information collected automatically:

  • IP address and general location
  • Browser, OS, and device info
  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Cookies and tracking technologies

2. How We Use Your Information

  • Process song submissions
  • Verify voters and record votes
  • Communicate updates and results
  • Prevent fraud and abuse
  • Improve website experience
  • Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell your personal data or use it for targeted ads.

3. Legal Basis (EEA / UK Users)

  • Contract performance
  • Legitimate interests
  • Consent
  • Legal obligations

4. Data Sharing

  • Service providers (e.g. Supabase)
  • Judges and internal staff
  • Public winner announcements
  • Legal requirements
  • Business transfers

We never sell or share your personal data for marketing.

5. Data Retention

  • Submissions: up to 2 years
  • Votes: up to 1 year
  • Winners: up to 7 years

6. Data Security

  • HTTPS encryption
  • Secure database (Supabase)
  • Email OTP authentication
  • Restricted access

No system is 100% secure, but we follow best practices.

7. Cookies

  • Essential cookies (login/session)
  • Analytics cookies (usage insights)

No advertising or cross-site tracking cookies are used.

8. Your Rights

  • Access your data
  • Correct data
  • Delete data
  • Object or restrict processing
  • Data portability
  • Withdraw consent

Contact: info@thenextholidayclassic.com

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are for users 18+. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.

10. International Transfers

Data may be processed in the United States with proper safeguards.

11. Third-Party Links

We are not responsible for third-party privacy practices.

12. Changes

We may update this policy. Continued use means acceptance.

13. Governing Law

Governed by the laws of Ohio, USA.