We only collect what we need to deliver books, run this Site, and communicate with you.
You provide: name, email, shipping details (for print orders or giveaways), format preferences (EPUB/PDF), social handle (e.g., Instagram), review links, messages you send us, and any responses to our forms (e.g., Google Forms).
From your device: IP address, browser/device type, pages viewed, referring/exit pages, and general location (via cookies/analytics).
From transactions: order details, payment status, and limited payment metadata from our processor (we don’t receive full card numbers).
To deliver products/services: fulfill orders, send digital files, manage reviewer copies, and provide support.
To communicate: email you updates, early access, launch news, and subscriber-only extras (you can unsubscribe anytime).
To improve and protect the Site: analytics, debugging, fraud prevention, and enforcing our Terms.
Legal/compliance: tax/records, responding to lawful requests.
3) Legal bases (for visitors in the EEA/UK)
We process personal data under these bases: contract (to fulfill an order or send a reviewer copy you requested), consent (email marketing, cookies), legitimate interests (site security, basic analytics), and legal obligation (records/returns).
4) Cookies & analytics
We use cookies and similar technologies to run the Site and understand traffic. You can control cookies in your browser. If we use analytics (e.g., Google Analytics), it may set cookies and receive de-identified usage data.
5) Email marketing
If you join our list, you’ll receive 2–4 concise emails per month (updates, early access, extras). You can unsubscribe at the bottom of any email or by contacting us. We maintain a suppression list to honor opt-outs.
6) Payments & fulfillment
We use third-party processors and platforms to take payments and deliver books (e.g., Stripe/PayPal, Shopify/Gumroad/Payhip, BookFunnel/StoryOrigin, IngramSpark, Amazon KDP). These providers process your data under their own terms and privacy policies.
7) Sharing your information
We don’t sell your personal information. We share it only with:
Service providers (e.g., email service, payment processor, analytics, file delivery) under contract and only as needed.
Legal/Compliance if required by law or to protect rights, safety, or prevent fraud.
Business changes (sale/merger) — your information may transfer subject to this Policy.
8) Data retention
We keep information only as long as necessary for the purposes above (e.g., order records for tax/compliance, active email subscribers for marketing). We delete or anonymize data when it’s no longer needed.
9) Your choices & rights
Unsubscribe: every marketing email includes an opt-out link.
Access/Update/Delete: contact us to request a copy, correction, or deletion of your data.
Cookies: control or block cookies in your browser.
EEA/UK residents: you may have rights to object/restrict processing and to data portability; you can complain to your local data authority.
California residents: see “Notice to California Residents” below.
10) Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards. No method is 100% secure; please use strong, unique passwords for any accounts you maintain with third parties linked to our Site.
11) Children
This Site is not directed to children under 13 (or under 16 in the EEA/UK). We do not knowingly collect children’s personal data. If you believe we have, contact us and we’ll delete it.
12) International transfers
We’re based in [Country]. Your data may be processed in other countries where our service providers operate. We use appropriate safeguards when required (e.g., SCCs for EEA/UK).
13) Reviewer copies & Google Forms (if applicable)
If you request a complimentary reviewer copy or complete a form, we’ll use your details solely to deliver the files, send a one-page brief, and follow up with optional reminders. Reviews are never required; if you post, please disclose you received a complimentary copy. You may ask us to delete your form response at any time.
14) Do Not Track
Some browsers send “Do Not Track” signals; our Site does not respond to DNT. You can still manage cookies via your browser settings.
15) Changes to this Policy
We may update this Policy from time to time. The “Effective date” shows the latest version. Material changes will be highlighted on this page or via email (if appropriate).