Compliance & Legal Policies

Privacy Policy

1. Data Controller

Mcarthur Records Ltd (Company No. 13112134), incorporated in England and Wales, is the Data Controller under UK GDPR and PECR.

2. Scope

This policy applies to website visitors, Mcarthur Digital users, employees, contractors, partners, and investors.

3. Personal Data Collected

Identity & Contact

• Name, email, phone, address
• Business/label affiliation

Account & Distribution Data

• Content metadata and uploaded release files
• Royalty and payment information
• Login credentials

Technical Data

• IP, browser, device info
• Cookies and tracking
• Usage analytics

4. Lawful Basis

• Contractual obligations (distribution agreements)
• Legal obligations (tax, compliance)
• Legitimate interests (platform operations, security, marketing)
• Consent where required (cookies, marketing)

5. Purpose of Processing

• Operating Mcarthur Digital
• Music distribution, royalty processing
• Communications and promotions
• Legal and regulatory compliance
• Platform security and fraud prevention

6. Mcarthur Digital Account Security

Passwords are generated automatically and emailed only to the registered user. Only the user can view their password. Employees or Mcarthur Records Ltd cannot access passwords or accounts. Lost passwords require a new request via official support channels. Reset emails contain guidance to keep accounts secure.

7. User Rights

• Access, correct, or request deletion of personal data
• Restrict or object to processing
• Data portability
• Withdraw consent where applicable
• File complaints with the UK ICO (https://ico.org.uk)

Website Terms of Use

8. Acceptance of Terms

By using this website, you agree to these terms. Disagreement requires immediate discontinuation.

9. Intellectual Property

All content, graphics, audiovisual materials, and design elements are owned or licensed by Mcarthur Records Ltd.

10. Limitation of Liability

The website is provided "as is". Mcarthur Records Ltd is not liable for indirect, consequential, or incidental damages.

11. Governing Law

These terms are governed by English and Welsh law.

Mcarthur Digital Distribution Portal Terms

12. Portal Access

Mcarthur Digital is restricted to authorized artists, labels, and rights holders. Credentials must remain confidential.

13. Content Ownership & Warranties

Users confirm ownership or control of rights to uploaded content and guarantee no infringement.

14. Distribution Authorization

Users grant Mcarthur Records Ltd a non-exclusive right to distribute and monetize content through selected digital platforms.

15. Compliance & Review

All releases undergo QC, metadata validation, and compliance checks. Content violating rules may be rejected, delayed, or removed.

16. Account Suspension & Indemnification

Mcarthur Records Ltd may suspend or terminate accounts for violations. Users indemnify Mcarthur Records Ltd for claims arising from content or policy breaches.

17. Amendments

Mcarthur Records Ltd may update these Terms. Continued use implies acceptance of revisions.

18. Contact

Data Protection Officer (DPO)
Mcarthur Records Ltd
Email: privacy@mcarthurent.com