Privacy Policy

Effective from the first interaction with our website
At Sonic Canyon Sounds, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data when you visit our website, browse our content, or make a purchase — in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR, EU 2016/679), the Swedish Data Protection Act (Dataskyddslagen, SFS 2018:218), and related laws.

By using our website, you agree to the terms described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Data Controller
The controller responsible for the processing of your personal data is:
Sonic Canyon AB Org.nr: 559239-8571 Gamla Strängnäsvägen 337E 155 91 Nykvarn, Sweden 

Email: legal @ soniccanyon.com

2. When This Policy Applies
This policy applies from the first moment you interact with our website, including:

Visiting or browsing any page
Making a purchase
Contacting us
Signing up for email updates
Clicking on our social media links

3. Personal Data We Collect
We may collect the following personal data:

Name and contact details (email, billing address)
Purchase and payment information (via Stripe)
IP address, device type, browser, and cookies
Communication history (emails, support messages)
Social media interactions (e.g., comments, likes, messages)

4. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on:

Performance of a contract (e.g., to deliver your purchased product) – GDPR Art. 6(1)(b)
Legal obligations (e.g., accounting/tax rules) – Art. 6(1)(c)
Legitimate interests (e.g., to prevent fraud, improve services) – Art. 6(1)(f)
Consent, when required (e.g., for marketing communications) – Art. 6(1)(a)

5. Use of Data
We use your data to:

Fulfill orders and deliver digital products
Provide customer support
Comply with legal obligations (e.g., tax laws)
Improve our website and services
Communicate with you (only if you opt in)
Analyze site usage and marketing performance

6. Payment Processing via Stripe
We use Stripe to process all payments. Your payment details are handled securely and are never stored on our servers. Stripe is GDPR-compliant and serves as our data processor for payments.
Learn more: https://stripe.com/privacy

7. Social Media and Marketing
We use platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube to share content and reach our audience. If you interact with us on these platforms, the platform’s own privacy terms will also apply.
We may use anonymized data (e.g., site usage via cookies or Meta Pixel) for analytics and advertising purposes, in compliance with applicable law.
You can manage your consent to cookies and tracking in your browser settings or through our cookie banner (if applicable).

8. Data Retention
We keep your personal data only as long as necessary:

For fulfilling your purchase and customer service
To comply with accounting and tax regulations (usually 7 years under Swedish law)
For legitimate business purposes (e.g., fraud prevention)

When data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized.

9. Data Sharing
We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share it with:

Service providers (e.g., Stripe, website host), under strict data processing agreements
Authorities, if required by Swedish or EU law (e.g., Skatteverket)

10. Your Rights (Under GDPR & Swedish Law)
You have the right to:

Access the data we hold about you
Correct or update your data
Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)
Object to or restrict processing
Request data portability
Withdraw consent at any time (where applicable)
Lodge a complaint with the Swedish Authority for Privacy Protection (IMY)

11. Data Security
We use technical and organizational security measures to protect your data, including:

SSL encryption for data transmission
Secure data storage within the EU/EEA
Access restrictions and monitoring

12. Children
Our website and services are intended for individuals 18 years or older. By making a purchase, you confirm that you are at least 18. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

13. Contact
If you have any questions or wish to exercise your rights, contact:
Sonic Canyon AB, Gamla Strängnäsvägen 337E 155 91 Nykvarn, Sweden or legal @ soniccanyon.com