Last Updated: March 19th, 2025
Welcome to The Art of Business in Music - Author's Official Website
Welcome to The Art of Business in Music! These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our website located at https://theartofbusinessinmusic.com (the "Website"). Brooklyn Icy LLC owns this Website and operates it through Brooklyn Icy Publishing and The Art of Business in Music Dot Com. Brooklyn Icy Publishing and The Art of Business in Music Dot Com are brand names exclusively used by Brooklyn Icy LLC in connection with its publishing and business activities. Brooklyn Icy LLC is a distinct and legally registered entity.
By accessing or using this Website, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use the Website.
1. Use of the Website
By using the Site, you agree to:
• Use the Site for lawful purposes only, in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Not engage in any activity that could damage, disable, or impair the functioning of the Site or interfere with any other user's access to the Site.
• Not engage in any form of hacking, exploitation, or unauthorized access to the Site or any associated services.
• Not copy, distribute, display, modify, or otherwise exploit the content of the Site without prior written consent from the Company.
• Not post or transmit any unlawful, offensive, defamatory, or otherwise harmful content on or through the Site.
2. Intellectual Property Rights
All content on the Site, including but not limited to text, images, videos, graphics, trademarks, logos, and designs, is the exclusive property of Brooklyn Icy, LLC or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of any content from this Site is strictly prohibited.
3. No Financial Transactions or E-Commerce
The Company does not process or collect financial information (e.g., credit card details) directly on the Site. Any purchases related to books, services, or other offerings must be completed through third-party platforms (e.g., Amazon, other retailers). We are not responsible for any transactions made on these third-party platforms and recommend reviewing their privacy policies and terms of service.
4. Third-Party Links
The Site may contain links to third-party websites that are not operated or controlled by the Company. We do not endorse, guarantee, or assume responsibility for any third-party websites, products, services, or content. You access these third-party websites at your own risk. We encourage you to review the applicable terms and privacy policies of those websites before using them.
5. Limitation of Liability
The Company, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates shall not be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of your use of, or inability to use, the Site. This includes, but is not limited to, any errors or omissions in content, loss of data, or interruption of service. The Site is provided "as is" and "as available," without any warranties or representations of any kind, whether express or implied. We disclaim all warranties, including but not limited to warranties of accuracy, completeness, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
6. Privacy Compliance and Legal Regulations
The Company complies with various global data privacy laws, including but not limited to:
1. Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
PIPEDA is Canada's federal privacy law for private-sector organizations. It governs how businesses must handle personal data in commercial activities. Learn more.
2. Quebec Law 25
Quebec’s privacy law strengthens protections for personal data and outlines the rights of individuals and responsibilities of organizations. This law was enacted to provide individuals with more control over their personal data. Learn more.
3. The EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
GDPR regulates data privacy and protection for individuals in the European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA). It grants individuals significant control over their personal data and imposes strict requirements on businesses processing data. Learn more.
4. Brazil’s Data Protection Legislation (LGPD)
The LGPD regulates the use of personal data in Brazil. It establishes guidelines for consent, data protection rights, and the responsibilities of organizations in handling personal data. Learn more.
5. California’s Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) / California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)
The CCPA/CPRA provides California residents with rights regarding their personal data, including the right to access, delete, and opt-out of the sale of their data. Learn more.
6. Colorado Privacy Act (CPA)
CPA is Colorado’s data privacy law that provides consumers with rights similar to CCPA/CPRA, including rights to opt-out and data access. Learn more.
7. Utah Consumer Privacy Act (UCPA)
UCPA offers Utah residents protections for their personal data, with provisions for data access and deletion. Learn more.
8. Connecticut Data Privacy Act (CTDPA)
Connecticut's privacy law offers consumers rights to their personal data and requires companies to implement privacy protections. Learn more.
9. Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA)
VCDPA provides Virginia residents with control over their personal data, including access, deletion, and opt-out rights. Learn more.
10. South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)
POPIA is South Africa’s primary privacy law, ensuring that personal data is processed responsibly and securely. The law emphasizes the importance of consent and data protection. Learn more.
While we respect user privacy, this website does not process personal financial transactions, nor do we handle sensitive financial data.
7. GDPR Compliance and Data Protection
We comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
• The right to access, update, or delete your information.
• The right to withdraw consent at any time.
• The right to restrict processing or object to certain types of processing.
• The right to data portability.
• The right to lodge a complaint with a data protection authority.
For data access or deletion requests, contact us via email at:
8. User-Generated Content and Comments
This Website does not currently allow users to post comments or other user-generated content. If this feature is introduced in the future, any content posted must comply with these Terms and Conditions, including prohibitions on intellectual property infringement, defamatory, obscene, or illegal content, and spam. We reserve the right to remove any content that violates these terms.
9. Hyperlinking to Our Content
Organizations may link to our Website under the following conditions:
• The link is not misleading.
• The link does not falsely imply sponsorship or endorsement.
• The linking website does not contain unlawful or offensive material.
If you wish to link to our Website, send a request via email:
10. Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law:
• We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, regarding the Website.
• We will not be liable for any indirect or consequential damages arising from Website use.
• We do not guarantee uninterrupted Website availability.
11. Privacy and Security
We take your privacy seriously. Any personal information provided through our newsletter subscription or contact forms is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy, which includes:
• Secure data encryption and storage.
• No sale or sharing of personal data with third parties without consent.
• Compliance with GDPR, California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other applicable laws.
12. Changes to the Terms
The Company reserves the right to modify, amend, or update these Terms and Conditions at any time without prior notice. Any changes to these Terms will be posted on this page, and the date of the last revision will be indicated at the top of this page. Your continued use of the Site after any changes to the Terms constitutes your acceptance of those changes. It is your responsibility to review these Terms regularly.
13. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which Brooklyn Icy, LLC is based, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any dispute arising out of or related to these Terms shall be resolved through binding arbitration, conducted in the jurisdiction where Brooklyn Icy, LLC is located, and governed by the rules of the American Arbitration Association (AAA). By using the Site, you waive your right to participate in class actions, class arbitrations, or representative actions. If you are a consumer, you may have additional rights under your local jurisdiction's mandatory consumer protection laws, which cannot be waived by this Agreement.
14. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Brooklyn Icy, LLC, its affiliates, employees, agents, officers, directors, and third-party partners from and against any claims, damages, liabilities, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from your use of the Site, your violation of these Terms, or your infringement of any intellectual property or other rights of any person or entity.
15. Severability
If any provision of this Agreement is found to be unlawful, void, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. The invalid provision will be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable, reflecting the original intent of the parties.
16. No Waiver
The failure of the Company to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision. Any waiver of these Terms shall only be effective if in writing and signed by an authorized representative of the Company.
17. Termination
The Company reserves the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Site, without notice, for any reason, including but not limited to violation of these Terms. Upon termination, all rights granted to you under this Agreement shall immediately cease, and you must discontinue use of the Site.
18. Entire Agreement
This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between you and the Company with respect to your use of the Site and supersedes any prior agreements or understandings. Any additional terms or conditions that apply to specific features or services offered on the Site are incorporated into this Agreement by reference.
19. Contact Information
For any questions regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:
Email:
Brooklyn Icy, LLC
Mailing Address: 66 W Flagler St ste 900, Miami, Miami, 33130