Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Pin My Dance ("PMD", "we", "us") collects and uses information when you use our website and map. By using PMD, you agree to this Policy.

Who we are

The PMD website and map are operated by the team behind Pin My Dance. For all privacy questions, contact us at office@pinmydance.com.

What information we collect

Technical and usage data: IP address, approximate location, date and time of visits, pages viewed, device type and browser, referring website
Directory data: Name of organisation/event, city, country, address when available, approximate map coordinates, public contact details (website, email, phone, social media), short descriptions and tags
Information you send us: Name, email address, message content when you contact us or submit information
Cookies and analytics: Essential cookies for site functionality, and privacy-friendly analytics tools for aggregated statistics such as visitor count, countries/regions, popular pages

How we use this information

Operating and improving the website and map
Showing relevant dance locations and events
Keeping systems secure and preventing abuse
Analysing usage in aggregated form to understand how PMD is used
Answering messages and requests
Complying with legal obligations

We do not sell your personal data.

Legal bases (GDPR/EEA)

Legitimate interests: Running and improving PMD, keeping the site secure, maintaining a directory using public information
Consent: When you contact us or where consent is required for cookies/analytics
Legal obligation: Where we must keep certain data for legal or security reasons

Sharing and retention

We may share data with:

Hosting and infrastructure providers
Analytics and error-monitoring services
Professional advisers (lawyers, accountants)
Public authorities when required by law

These parties act on our instructions and must protect data according to our agreements and applicable law.

Retention: We keep logs and analytics for a limited period. Messages are retained as long as needed to respond and handle requests. Directory entries are kept while relevant or until corrected/removed.

Your rights

You have the right to:

Access your personal data
Correct inaccurate data
Request deletion
Object to processing
Request restriction of processing
Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority

Representatives of studios, venues or events can ask to correct or remove their listing by email with the organisation name, city/country, and link/ID of the PMD entry.

Changes and contact

We may update this Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date will change when we do. Continued use of PMD after changes means you accept the updated Policy.

For privacy questions or requests, contact us at office@pinmydance.com.