Privacy Policy
What We Collect
IMUDB is a simple search tool. When you search for an artist, the name you type is sent to our server to look up collaboration data. We do not require an account, an email address, or any personal information to use the search.
We use your search activity in a very limited way: a short-lived session marker is stored to prevent rapid repeated searches (rate limiting), so the tool stays fast and available for everyone. This marker does not identify you personally and expires automatically.
Cookies & Local Storage
IMUDB uses a single session cookie purely for rate-limiting purposes, as described above. We do not use tracking cookies, advertising cookies, or third-party analytics cookies.
Third-Party Data Sources
To show you collaboration data, cover art, genre tags, and audio previews, IMUDB sends your search query (the artist name) to the following third-party services:
- MusicBrainz — artist and collaboration metadata
- Cover Art Archive — album cover artwork
- iTunes Search API (Apple) — 30-second audio previews
These services may log requests (such as IP address and query) according to their own privacy policies, which are outside our control. We encourage you to review their respective privacy practices if you have concerns.
Server Logs
Like most websites, our hosting provider may automatically log standard technical information (such as IP address, browser type, and request timestamps) for security and operational purposes. We do not use this data for advertising or sell it to third parties.
Caching
To keep searches fast and reduce load on the third-party APIs above, IMUDB caches some public, non-personal data (such as cover art links and track previews) on our server for a limited time. This cached data is not tied to you individually — it's shared across all visitors searching the same artist.
Children's Privacy
IMUDB is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.
Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, you can reach out via the contact details provided on our hosting page.