Privacy Policy
Last updated: July 2026
This Privacy Policy explains what information Most Metal Ever ("we", "us") collects when you use this site, how we use it, and the choices you have. By using the site you agree to the practices described here.
Information We Collect
- Account information: if you register, we store your email address, username, and a securely hashed version of your password. We never store your password in plain text.
- Voting activity: when you rate a track, we record the rating and link it to your account (if logged in) or your IP address (if not), so we can prevent duplicate votes and calculate rankings.
- Submissions: if you use the "Submit a Band or Album" form, we store what you enter, including your email address if you choose to provide it.
- Technical data: like most sites, our server logs basic technical information such as IP address and browser type for security and debugging.
Cookies
We use a session cookie to keep you logged in. This cookie is required for the site to function and contains no personal data beyond a reference to your session.
We use Google AdSense to show advertising on this site. Google and its partners may use cookies to serve ads based on your visits to this and other sites. You can learn more about how Google uses data and manage your ad personalization settings at Google's Privacy & Terms site and Google Ads Settings.
How We Use Information
- To operate your account and remember your login
- To calculate and display track/album/band rankings
- To review and act on band/album submissions
- To serve advertising that helps keep the site free
- To keep the site secure and prevent abuse (e.g. duplicate voting)
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
Music Metadata
Band, album, and track information on this site is sourced from the MusicBrainz open music encyclopedia, used under its data license.
Your Choices
- You can review or delete your account by contacting us at the email below.
- You can opt out of personalized advertising through Google Ads Settings.
- You can decline cookies in your browser, though this will prevent staying logged in.
Children's Privacy
This site is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect information from them.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Material changes will be reflected by an updated "Last updated" date above.
Contact
Questions about this policy or your data? Reach out at privacy@mostmetalever.com.