
PRIVACY POLICY & DATA HANDLING
Last updated: January 7, 2026
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Robert Ocean Music (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, stored, and protected when you visit or interact with our website, robertocean.com, and any related services, content, or offerings.
This policy applies to all brands and services operating under Robert Ocean Music, including but not limited to:
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Robert Ocean Band
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KRZ Publishing
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Educational content, downloads, email lists, and artist submissions
Information We Collect
We may collect both Personal Information and Non-Personal Information.
Personal Information
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Personal information you voluntarily provide may include:
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Name
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Email address
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Mailing address
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Artist name, alias, or profile details
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Login credentials (if applicable)
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Communications with us (emails, messages, feedback, comments)
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Files submitted (audio, video, images, documents)
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Purchase and transaction details (excluding full payment card numbers)
Non-Personal Information
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We may automatically collect non-identifying information such as:
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Browser type and device information
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IP address
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Pages visited and time spent on the site
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General analytics and performance data
How We Use Your Information
We collect information for the following purposes:
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To provide and operate our services, products, and content
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To process purchases, downloads, submissions, or registrations
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To communicate with you regarding updates, services, or support
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To send emails you have opted into (including music, educational content, or announcements)
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To improve our website, services, and user experience
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To comply with legal and regulatory requirements
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
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Payments & Transactions
When you complete a transaction through our website, you may be required to provide payment and billing information. Payment processing is handled through third-party payment providers supported by our hosting platform.
Robert Ocean Music does not store full credit card numbers or sensitive payment details on its own servers.
Website Hosting & Data Storage
Our website is hosted on the Wix.com platform. Wix provides the infrastructure that allows us to offer our products and services online.
Your data may be stored through Wix’s data storage systems, databases, and applications. Wix stores data on secure servers protected by firewalls and follows industry-standard security practices.
Payment gateways provided by Wix comply with PCI-DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards), ensuring secure handling of payment information.
Communications
We may contact you for purposes including:
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Providing services or support
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Responding to inquiries or submissions
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Delivering content or updates you opted into
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Resolving disputes or administrative matters
We may communicate via email, phone, or text, depending on the information you provide and the nature of the interaction.
You may unsubscribe from email communications at any time using the unsubscribe link provided in our emails.
Cookies & Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:
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Improve site functionality
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Analyze traffic and usage
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Enhance user experience
You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or notify you when cookies are being used.
Embedded Content & Third-Party Services
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Pages on our site may include embedded content (such as videos, audio players, or social media links). Embedded content from other websites behaves in the same way as if you visited those websites directly.
These third-party services may collect data according to their own privacy policies.
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Children’s Information
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Our website and services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will promptly remove it.
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Your Rights & Data Control
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You have the right to:
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Request access to the personal data we hold about you
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Request correction or deletion of your personal information
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Withdraw consent for data processing where applicable
To make a request or if you no longer want us to process your data, please contact:
Email: krzpublshing@gmail.com
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​Privacy & Data Handling Policy
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KRZ Publishing / Robert Ocean Music
KRZ Publishing (“KRZ,” “we,” “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal and professional information you share with us.
This Privacy & Data Handling Policy explains how information is collected, used, stored, and protected when you contact us or engage with our services.
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1. Information We Collect
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Depending on your interaction with KRZ, we may collect:
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Artist & Contact Information
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Name, artist name, email address
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Country, city, and general location
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Communication history
Music & Rights Information
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Song titles, recordings, lyrics
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Writer, publisher, and ownership details
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PRO affiliations (e.g., SOCAN, ASCAP, BMI, etc.)
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ISRCs, IPIs, metadata, and catalog information
Administrative Information (if applicable)
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Payment details (only when required and never stored insecurely)
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Registration and rights-management data provided by the artist
We collect only what is necessary for evaluation, administration, or agreed services.
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2. How We Use Your Information
Your information may be used to:
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Evaluate music submissions
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Communicate regarding intake, services, or opportunities
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Perform metadata analysis and catalog organization
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Prepare materials for potential sync pitching (only after acceptance)
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Fulfill administrative or publishing services when agreed in writing
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information.
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3. No Automatic Sharing or Licensing
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Submission of information does not grant KRZ the right to:
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Publicly release your music
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License your music
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Share your music with third parties
Any such use occurs only under a separate written agreement.
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4. Data Storage & Security
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KRZ takes reasonable steps to protect your information, including:
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Secure digital storage systems
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Limited access to sensitive data
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Use of trusted industry tools and platforms
However, no online system is 100% secure. By submitting information, you acknowledge and accept this risk.
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5. Data Retention
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We retain artist information only as long as reasonably necessary to:
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Evaluate submissions
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Maintain records of communications
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Fulfill contractual or legal obligations
Artists may request removal of their information, subject to legal and administrative requirements.
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6. Artist Responsibility for Accuracy
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You are responsible for ensuring that all submitted information is:
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Accurate
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Complete
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Authorized by all relevant rights holders
KRZ is not liable for issues arising from incorrect or incomplete data supplied by the artist.
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7. Third-Party Services
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KRZ may use third-party platforms (e.g., email services, cloud storage, metadata tools) to operate efficiently.
These services are selected based on industry standards and are subject to their own privacy policies.
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8. Children’s Privacy
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KRZ does not knowingly collect information from individuals under the age of 18.
If such information is identified, it will be removed.
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9. Your Rights
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You may request to:
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Access your personal information
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Correct inaccurate information
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Request deletion where appropriate
Requests can be made by contacting us at the email below.
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10. Governing Law
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This Privacy & Data Handling Policy is governed by the laws of British Columbia, Canada.
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​Changes to This Policy
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We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will take effect immediately upon being posted on our website.
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If material changes are made, we may notify you via email or through a notice on the website.
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Contact Us
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If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:
Robert Ocean Music
Email: krzpublshing@gmail.com
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“By contacting KRZ Publishing for artist intake, you acknowledge and agree to this Privacy Policy & Artist Data Handling.”
