Privacy Policy for Books-JD Rivers

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At Book-JD Rivers ("we," "us," or "our"), we value the privacy of our visitors and customers. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, book-jdrivers.com &  jdriversauthor.com (the "Website"), sign up for newsletters, or purchase books or other products through the Website.

By using our Website, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect both personal and non-personal information when you interact with our Website. The types of information we collect include:

Personal Information

This is information that can identify you personally and is provided directly by you. Examples include:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, postal address, phone number.
• Payment Information: If you make a purchase, we may collect payment details, such as credit/debit card numbers (Note: we use secure payment processors, and we do not store your payment information directly).
• Account Information: If you create an account on our Website, we may collect details such as your username, password, and preferences.

Non-Personal Information

This is information that does not identify you personally. Examples include:

• Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our Website, such as the pages you visit, the time spent on the site, and the links clicked.
• Device Information: Information about your device, such as your IP address, browser type, and operating system.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to track usage patterns, improve the Website, and personalize your experience. For more information on cookies, please refer to our Cookies Policy (if applicable).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To Provide Services: To send you newsletters, updates, and information about our books and products, process orders, and respond to your inquiries.
• To Improve User Experience: To analyze usage trends and preferences, allowing us to enhance the content and functionality of the Website.
• To Process Transactions: To process purchases, including verifying payment information and fulfilling orders.
• To Communicate with You: To send marketing emails, updates, and promotions (you may opt out of marketing communications at any time).
• To Improve Our Products and Services: To understand user behavior and make improvements to our books, products, and Website features.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for their own marketing purposes. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share your personal data with trusted third-party vendors or service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as payment processors, email marketing services, or hosting providers. These service providers are contractually obligated to handle your information securely and only as necessary to provide their services.
• Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information when required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such changes via email or a notice on our Website.

4. Data Security

We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information from loss, misuse, and unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no data transmission over the internet or electronic storage method is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have several rights regarding the personal information we collect about you:

• Access: You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: You can request that we correct any inaccuracies in your personal information.
• Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.
• Opt-out of Marketing: You can opt out of receiving marketing emails by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email we send you or by contacting us directly.
• Cookies: You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Website.

If you would like to exercise any of your rights, please contact us at the contact information provided below.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and other tracking technologies (such as pixels and web beacons) to enhance your experience on our Website, analyze usage patterns, and personalize content and ads. These technologies allow us to remember your preferences and help us understand how our Website is being used.

• Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the functioning of the Website and cannot be disabled.
• Performance Cookies: These cookies collect information on how visitors use the Website, such as which pages are visited most often.
• Targeting/Advertising Cookies: These cookies are used to track visitors across websites and display personalized advertisements.

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more detailed information about how we use cookies, please refer to our Cookies Policy (if applicable).

7. Third-Party Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Book-JD Rivers. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party websites, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

8. Children's Privacy

The Website is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete such information. If you believe we have collected personal information from a child, please contact us immediately.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date." We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Your continued use of the Website after changes to this Privacy Policy are posted constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact us:

jd@jdriversauthor.com

This Privacy Policy outlines how Book-JD Rivers collects, uses, and protects your information. By using our Website, you agree to the terms set forth in this policy. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.