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Privacy Policy

Effective Date: September 8, 2025

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Our Commitment to Your Privacy

 

At DawsonStepp.com, we respect your privacy like we respect our audience—completely. This policy explains in plain language what information we collect, why we collect it, and how we protect it. No fine print, no tricks, just straight talk.

 

Information We Collect

 

Information You Provide:

  • Name and email address (when you sign up for updates or contact us)

  • Phone number (only if you provide it for booking inquiries)

  • Messages you send through our contact forms

  • Information related to bookings or merchandise purchases

  • Your location (city/state) if you tell us where you're from

 

Information Collected Automatically:

  • Your IP address

  • Browser type and device information

  • Pages you visit on our site

  • How you found us (referral source)

  • Date and time of your visit

 

How We Use Your Information

 

We use your information to:

  • Respond to your inquiries and booking requests

  • Send tour dates and news (only if you signed up)

  • Process merchandise orders

  • Improve our website and user experience

  • Understand our audience better

  • Comply with legal requirements

 

We never:

  • Sell your personal information to anyone

  • Share your email with other bands or marketers

  • Send spam or unrelated promotional content

  • Use your information for anything you didn't agree to

 

Email Communications

 

If you sign up for our mailing list, you'll receive:

  • Tour announcements and show dates

  • New music releases

  • Occasional updates about the band

  • Special fan content or early access opportunities

 

Every email includes an unsubscribe link. No questions asked, no hard feelings.

 

Cookies and Tracking

 

Our website uses cookies to:

  • Remember your preferences

  • Analyze website traffic (through Google Analytics)

  • Improve site performance

  • Enable social media features

 

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some site features may not work as well.

 

Third-Party Services

 

We work with trusted partners:

  • Google Analytics - Website traffic analysis

  • Social Media Platforms - Facebook, Instagram, YouTube integration

  • Email Service Provider - For mailing list management

  • Payment Processors - For secure merchandise/ticket sales

  • Web Hosting - For site security and performance

 

Each service has its own privacy policy. We only work with reputable companies that protect your data.

 

Data Security

 

We protect your information using:

  • SSL encryption for data transmission

  • Secure servers with regular updates

  • Limited access (only those who need it)

  • Regular security reviews

 

While we take security seriously, no internet transmission is 100% secure. We do our best to protect your information.

 

Your Rights

 

You have the right to:

  • Access the information we have about you

  • Correct inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of your information

  • Opt-out of marketing communications

  • Know how your information is used

 

To exercise any of these rights, email: dawson@dawsonstepp.com

 

Children's Privacy

 

Our website isn't directed at children under 13. We don't knowingly collect information from kids. If we learn we've collected data from a child under 13, we'll delete it promptly.


Links to Other Websites

 

We link to venues, music platforms, and other sites. We're not responsible for their privacy practices. Check their policies when you visit them.

 

California Privacy Rights

 

California residents have additional rights under the CCPA, including:

  • Right to know what personal information we collect

  • Right to delete personal information

  • Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we don't sell it)

  • Right to non-discrimination

 

International Visitors

 

We're based in the United States. If you're visiting from another country, your information is processed in the U.S. By using our site, you consent to this transfer.

 

Changes to This Policy

 

We'll update this policy as needed and post changes here. Major changes will be announced on our homepage or through email (for mailing list subscribers).

Check the "Effective Date" at the top to see when we last updated it.

 

Contact Us

 

Questions about privacy? Concerns about your data? Just want to chat about guitar gear?

Email: dawson@dawsonstepp.com
Subject Line: "Privacy Question"

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We'll respond within 3 business days—usually sooner.

 

The Bottom Line

 

We collect only what we need, protect what we collect, and respect your choices. Your trust means everything to us. We're musicians, not data brokers. Your information is safe with us.

Remember: You're always in control. If you want to know what information we have, want it deleted, or have any concerns, just reach out. We're here to make great music and build genuine connections with fans—not to invade your privacy.

 

"Trust is earned, not given. That applies to both music and privacy." - Dawson Stepp

 

This policy is written in plain English because everyone deserves to understand how their information is used.

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