1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how Royaltiza collects, uses, stores and protects personal information when you use our website, platform and related services.
We are committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy.
By using the Platform, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
2. The Data We Collect
2.1 Information you provide directly
We may collect and process the following types of personal data:
- Name
- Email address
- Account login details
- Billing information, processed via third-party providers
- Any information you provide when contacting support
2.2 User Data (royalty data)
When using Royaltiza, you may upload royalty statements and reports, including files from sources such as PRS for Music or PPL.
Original files uploaded to the Platform are not stored on our servers. They are processed for the purpose of extracting and structuring the relevant information, after which only the parsed, more secure version of the dataset is retained within your account.
Parsed datasets may include:
- Financial data
- Earnings data
- Work titles and metadata
- Rights and usage information
- Source file references or filenames, where required for user clarity
This data is processed solely to provide the Platform’s functionality.
2.3 Automatically collected data
We may collect:
- IP address
- Device and browser type
- Usage data, such as pages visited and actions taken
- Cookies and analytics data
See our Cookie Policy for more detail.
3. How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:
- Provide and operate the Platform
- Process and visualise uploaded royalty data
- Manage your account and subscription
- Communicate with you about your account
- Improve the Platform and user experience
- Monitor performance, security and usage
- Comply with legal obligations
We do not use your uploaded royalty data for marketing purposes.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
Under UK GDPR, we rely on the following legal bases:
- Contract - to provide the service you have signed up for
- Legitimate interests - to improve and secure the Platform
- Legal obligation - where required by law
- Consent - for marketing communications, where applicable
5. Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal data.
5.1 Service providers
We may share your data with third-party providers who help operate the Platform, including:
- Hosting providers
- Payment processors
- Analytics services
- Email and communications platforms
These providers only process data on our behalf.
5.2 Legal and regulatory authorities
We may share data where required by law or to protect rights, safety or property.
5.3 Third-party platforms
We may share data where you choose to integrate or interact with third-party services.
6. Data Storage and Retention
Original uploaded files are not retained on our servers after processing.
Parsed datasets are stored securely for as long as necessary to:
- Provide the Platform
- Maintain your account and dashboard history
- Meet legal and accounting obligations
- Resolve disputes
You may request deletion of your data in accordance with your rights under this Privacy Policy.
You are responsible for exporting any data you wish to keep before closing your account.
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your data.
Royaltiza is designed to reduce unnecessary storage of sensitive information by avoiding server-side retention of original uploaded files and retaining only the parsed dataset required to provide the Platform.
However, you acknowledge that:
- No system is completely secure
- Transmission over the internet carries inherent risks
You are responsible for maintaining the security of your account credentials.
8. International Transfers
Your data may be processed outside the UK where our service providers operate.
Where this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with UK GDPR.
9. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Restrict or object to processing
- Request data portability
To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.
10. Cookies
Royaltiza uses cookies and similar technologies to:
- Enable core functionality
- Analyse usage
- Improve performance
You can control cookies through your browser settings.
11. Children
Royaltiza is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 18.
We do not knowingly collect data from children.
12. Third-Party Links
The Platform may contain links to third-party websites.
We are not responsible for their privacy practices. You should review their policies before providing any personal data.
13. Policy Changes
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Updates will be posted on the Platform, and continued use constitutes acceptance.
14. Contact & Legal Information
For the purposes of applicable data protection laws, Royaltiza acts as the data controller for personal information processed through the platform.
Royaltiza is a trading name of Simon O’Kelly, operating as a sole trader in the United Kingdom.
Contact:
Business correspondence address: Available on request where required.
Last updated: 5 May 2026