Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 07.07.2025
The Ellingson Group, LLC ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information, including your rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), when you visit our website or engage our consulting services.

1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal information, depending on how you engage with us:

Identifiers

Name, email address, phone number
Artist or business name
Mailing/billing address
Social media handles or website links
IP address (automatically collected)

Commercial Information

Records of services purchased, considered, or inquired about
Payment history (processed securely through a third-party processor)

Internet or Network Activity

Website browsing activity, time spent on pages, and device/browser type (via cookies or analytics)

Professional or Employment Information

Music industry affiliation, PRO membership (ASCAP, BMI, etc.) if voluntarily disclosed

2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:

To provide and manage consulting services
To respond to inquiries and schedule consultations
To process payments and send invoices
To communicate via email or phone about projects, updates, or promotions (if opted in)
To operate and improve our website and services
To comply with legal obligations or protect our legal rights

3. Sharing of Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

We may share your information with:

Service Providers: e.g., email platforms, schedulers (like Calendly), or payment processors (like Stripe)
Legal Entities: if required to comply with laws or valid legal processes
With Consent: If you explicitly ask us to share your info with another provider or collaborator

4. Your Privacy Rights (California Residents)
If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the CCPA:

a. Right to Know
You have the right to request information about the personal data we collect, use, and disclose.

b. Right to Delete
You may request that we delete the personal information we have collected from you, with certain exceptions.

c. Right to Opt-Out
We do not sell your personal information, but if this ever changes, you will have the right to opt out of such sales.

d. Right to Non-Discrimination
We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights.

5. How to Exercise Your Rights
To make a request under the CCPA, contact us at:

The Ellingson Group, LLC
Email: info@theellingsongroup.com
Subject Line: "CCPA Privacy Request"

We may need to verify your identity before processing your request.

6. Cookies & Analytics
Our website may use cookies or analytics tools (like Google Analytics) to understand site traffic and improve your experience. You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings.

7. Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to third-party platforms (e.g., ASCAP, BMI, DistroKid, etc.). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.

8. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined above, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

9. Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect or solicit information from individuals under 13. If you believe a child has submitted information, please contact us so we can delete it.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The most current version will always be posted here with the updated effective date.

11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this policy or your personal data, please contact:

The Ellingson Group, LLC
Email: info@theellingsongroup.com
Mailing Address: 4169 Via Marina, Suite 213, Marina Del Rey, CA 90292