Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 1, 2026  |  Ruse of Silence

This Privacy Policy explains how Ruse of Silence ("we", "us", "our") collects, uses, and protects information when you visit our website (the "Site"). We take your privacy seriously. This site is operated by an independent band and we have no interest in misusing your data.

1. Information We Collect

We only collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us:

• Email address — when you subscribe to our mailing list via the newsletter form on this site.

We do not collect names, payment information, location data, or any other personally identifiable information unless you explicitly provide it.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your email address is used solely for the following purposes:

• Sending updates about new music, releases, and announcements
• Notifying you of upcoming shows and events
• Occasional band news and communications

We will never sell, rent, trade, or share your email address with any third party for marketing purposes.

3. How We Store Your Data

Email addresses submitted through our newsletter form are stored securely via Google Forms and Google Sheets, which are governed by Google's Privacy Policy. We retain your email address until you request removal.

4. Third-Party Services

This site embeds content and functionality from the following third-party services. Each has their own privacy policy which governs their data practices:

• Spotify — music player embed. Spotify Privacy Policy
• Facebook — page feed embed. Facebook Privacy Policy
• Google Forms / Google Sheets — newsletter signup. Google Privacy Policy
• YouTube — linked via social media icon only (no embedded video currently active). YouTube / Google Privacy Policy
• Instagram — linked via social media icon only. Instagram Privacy Policy
• Netlify — website hosting provider. Netlify Privacy Policy

These services may use cookies or collect usage data independently. We do not control their data practices.

5. Cookies

This site does not set any first-party cookies. However, embedded third-party services (Spotify, Facebook) may set their own cookies in your browser. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• The right to access the personal data we hold about you
• The right to request correction of inaccurate data
• The right to request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
• The right to withdraw consent at any time (e.g. unsubscribe)

To exercise any of these rights, or to unsubscribe from our mailing list, please contact us at .

7. Children's Privacy

This site is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has submitted their information through this site, please contact us and we will remove it promptly.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

9. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us:

• Email:
• Website: ruseofsilence.com

This privacy policy was last reviewed on March 1, 2026.