The Core Philosophy

• This platform is all about open, public sharing. If you upload it, everyone can listen to it and download it. It's that simple.
• I built this because I believe in the power of free and open audio exchange. No hidden agendas, no corporate overlords, just pure audio goodness.

Your Content, Your Rights

• Everything you upload belongs to you. I don't claim any ownership, ever.
• By uploading, you're agreeing to share your audio with the world. Remember, anyone can listen to and download your uploads.
• I'm not in the business of content creation or rights management. I'm just providing the pipes for your audio to flow through.

What I Do With Your Audio

• I host it. That's the primary function.
• I might transcode it to ensure it plays nicely across different devices and browsers.
• I make it available for streaming and download to anyone who visits the site.
• That's it. No secret sauce, no hidden processes.

What I Absolutely Don't Do

• I don't sell your content. Ever.
• I don't use your audio to train AI models. I wouldn't even know how to begin doing that, but even if I learn how, I won't do it.
• I don't run analytics on your listening habits or upload patterns. I'm a developer, not a data scientist.
• I don't monetize this platform through ads or premium features. It's a labor of love, please respect that.

The Technical Bits

• The site runs on a basic stack: Express, Node.js with typescript, and MariaDB. Nothing fancy.
• Files are stored in block storage in the cloud. I won't name names, but it's a big one.
• I use HTTPS for all connections because security matters, even for a small project like this.
• The code isn't open-source (yet), but I'm considering it for the near future.

Downloading and Sharing

• Every audio file has a download button. Click it, and you've got the file. It's that easy.
• Please be respectful when sharing. Don't spam or abuse the platform.

Content Guidelines

• Don't upload anything illegal. I really shouldn't have to say this, but here we are.
• Respect copyright. If it's not yours to share, don't share it.
• No hate speech, explicit violence, or anything that would make your grandma disappointed in you. But if you have the type of grandma who's into that, Still don't do it.

Takedowns and Removals

• If you want your upload gone, just delete it. It'll be wiped from the server, no questions asked.
• If someone claims you've uploaded their content without permission, I'll have to take it down while things get sorted. I don't want to, but them's the breaks.

The Future of the Platform

• I'm just one person, so updates might be slow. But I'm committed to keeping this thing running.
• I have no plans to sell out to a big corp or change the core mission of free audio sharing.
• If I ever can't maintain the site anymore, I'll give ample warning so you can download your stuff.

Privacy and Data

• I don't collect personal data beyond what's absolutely necessary (like an email for your account).
• There are no analytics, no tracking, and only the most basic of cookies. I mean for now the only thing I can think of is the session cookie.
• Your listening habits are your business. I don't log them, analyze them, or care about them, frankly.

Costs and Sustainability

• Right now, this comes out of my own pocket. It's my gift to the community.
• If server costs ever get too high, I might add a donation button. But that's a bridge we'll cross if we come to it.

Legal Disclaimer

• I'm a developer, not a lawyer. This agreement is my best effort at clarity, not a legal document.
• By using this site, you agree not to hold me liable for, well, anything. Use at your own risk.

Copyright and Fair Use

• The law says I have to believe in copyright law, but I also believe in fair use and the power of remix culture.
• If you're uploading derivative works, make sure you understand the legal implications. I can't advise you on that.

Community and Support

• There's no dedicated support team. It's just me.
• If you find a bug, let me know. If you have a suggestion, I'm all ears.
• Be nice to each other in comments and other types of messages. We're all here because we love audio.

The Bottom, Bottom Line

I built this because I love audio and believe in open sharing. This platform is as much yours as it is mine. Treat it well.

Got questions? Found a bug? Want to chat? Hit me up at [email protected]. I can't promise an immediate response, but I promise I'll read every message.

Last updated: [Friday, June 21, 2024] while wondering if I should learn music theory.

Remember: This is a passion project by one developer. It's not perfect, but it's made with love. Enjoy responsibly!