PRIVACY POLICY
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SUMMARY OF KEY POINTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. WHAT INFORMATION DO WE COLLECT?
Personal information you disclose to us
In Short: We collect personal information that you provide to us.names
phone numbers
email addresses
contact preferences
Information automatically collected
In Short: Some information — such as your Internet Protocol (IP) address and/or browser and device characteristics — is collected automatically when you visit our Services.- Log and Usage Data. Log and usage data is service-related, diagnostic, usage, and performance information our servers automatically collect when you access or use our Services and which we record in log files. Depending on how you interact with us, this log data may include your IP address, device information, browser type, and settings and information about your activity in the Services (such as the date/time stamps associated with your usage, pages and files viewed, searches, and other actions you take such as which features you use), device event information (such as system activity, error reports (sometimes called
"crash dumps" ), and hardware settings).
- Device Data. We collect device data such as information about your computer, phone, tablet, or other device you use to access the Services. Depending on the device used, this device data may include information such as your IP address (or proxy server), device and application identification numbers, location, browser type, hardware model, Internet service provider and/or mobile carrier, operating system, and system configuration information.
- Location Data. We collect location data such as information about your device's location, which can be either precise or imprecise. How much information we collect depends on the type and settings of the device you use to access the Services. For example, we may use GPS and other technologies to collect geolocation data that tells us your current location (based on your IP address). You can opt out of allowing us to collect this information either by refusing access to the information or by disabling your Location setting on your device. However, if you choose to opt out, you may not be able to use certain aspects of the Services.
2. HOW DO WE PROCESS YOUR INFORMATION?
In Short: We process your information to provide, improve, and administer our Services, communicate with you, for security and fraud prevention, and to comply with law.- To deliver and facilitate delivery of services to the user. We may process your information to provide you with the requested service.
- To respond to user inquiries/offer support to users. We may process your information to respond to your inquiries and solve any potential issues you might have with the requested service.
- To
fulfill and manage your orders. We may process your information to fulfill and manage your orders, payments, returns, and exchanges made through the Services.
- To request feedback. We may process your information when necessary to request feedback and to contact you about your use of our Services.
- To send you marketing and promotional communications. We may process the personal information you send to us for our marketing purposes, if this is in accordance with your marketing preferences. You can opt out of our marketing emails at any time. For more information, see
" WHAT ARE YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS? " below.
- To post testimonials. We post testimonials on our Services that may contain personal information.
- To evaluate and improve our Services, products, marketing, and your experience. We may process your information when we believe it is necessary to identify usage trends, determine the effectiveness of our promotional campaigns, and to evaluate and improve our Services, products, marketing, and your experience.
- To identify usage trends. We may process information about how you use our Services to better understand how they are being used so we can improve them.
- To determine the effectiveness of our marketing and promotional campaigns. We may process your information to better understand how to provide marketing and promotional campaigns that are most relevant to you.
3. WHAT LEGAL BASES DO WE RELY ON TO PROCESS YOUR INFORMATION?
In Short: We only process your personal information when we believe it is necessary and we have a valid legal reason (i.e.- If collection is clearly in the interests of an individual and consent cannot be obtained in a timely way
- For investigations and fraud detection and prevention
- For business transactions provided certain conditions are met
- If it is contained in a witness statement and the collection is necessary to assess, process, or settle an insurance claim
- For identifying injured, ill, or deceased persons and communicating with next of kin
- If we have reasonable grounds to believe an individual has been, is, or may be victim of financial abuse
- If it is reasonable to expect collection and use with consent would compromise the availability or the accuracy of the information and the collection is reasonable for purposes related to investigating a breach of an agreement or a contravention of the laws of Canada or a province
- If disclosure is required to comply with a subpoena, warrant, court order, or rules of the court relating to the production of records
- If it was produced by an individual in the course of their employment, business, or profession and the collection is consistent with the purposes for which the information was produced
- If the collection is solely for journalistic, artistic, or literary purposes
- If the information is publicly available and is specified by the regulations
- We may disclose de-identified information for approved research or statistics projects, subject to ethics oversight and confidentiality commitments
4. WHEN AND WITH WHOM DO WE SHARE YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION?
In Short: We may share information in specific situations described in this section and/or with the following- Business Transfers. We may share or transfer your information in connection with, or during negotiations of, any merger, sale of company assets, financing, or acquisition of all or a portion of our business to another company.
- Customer Review and Reputation Platforms. We may invite you to share your experience with our Services on third-party review platforms, such as
Better Business Bureau and Trustpilot . If you choose to leave a review, we will share your email address with the platform to authenticate you and simplify the review process, and we may receive confirmation from the platform about whether you have already submitted a review so we can avoid sending you repeat requests. Any review you submit is collected, moderated, and published by the review platform acting as an independent data controller under its own privacy notice, and we do not control its further use of your information. If a review campaign is incentivized, this will be clearly indicated before you submit your review. To update or delete a published review, or to exercise your privacy rights regarding information the platform holds about you, please contact the review platform directly. We recommend that you review the platform's privacy notice before submitting a review.
- Affiliates. We may share your information with our affiliates, in which case we will require those affiliates to
honor this Privacy Notice. Affiliates include our parent company and any subsidiaries, joint venture partners, or other companies that we control or that are under common control with us.
- Business Partners. We may share your information with our business partners to offer you certain products, services, or promotions.
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5. DO WE USE COOKIES AND OTHER TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES?
In Short: We may use cookies and other tracking technologies to collect and store your information.Google Analytics
We may share your information with Google Analytics to track and6. HOW LONG DO WE KEEP YOUR INFORMATION?
In Short: We keep your information for as long as necessary to7. HOW DO WE KEEP YOUR INFORMATION SAFE?
In Short: We aim to protect your personal information through a system of8. DO WE COLLECT INFORMATION FROM MINORS?
In Short: We do not knowingly collect data from or market to9. WHAT ARE YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS?
In Short:10. CONTROLS FOR DO-NOT-TRACK FEATURES
Most web browsers and some mobile operating systems and mobile applications include a Do-Not-Track (11. DO UNITED STATES RESIDENTS HAVE SPECIFIC PRIVACY RIGHTS?
In Short: If you are a resident ofCategories of Personal Information We Collect
The table below shows the categories of personal information we have collected in the past twelve (12) months. The table includes illustrative examples of each category and does not reflect the personal information we collect from you. For a comprehensive inventory of all personal information we process, please refer to the section| Category | Examples | Collected |
|---|---|---|
A. Identifiers | Contact details, such as real name, alias, postal address, telephone or mobile contact number, unique personal identifier, online identifier, Internet Protocol address, email address, and account name |
B. Personal information as defined in the California Customer Records statute | Name, contact information, education, employment, employment history, and financial information |
Gender, age, date of birth, race and ethnicity, national origin, marital status, and other demographic data | ||
Transaction information, purchase history, financial details, and payment information | ||
Fingerprints and voiceprints | ||
Browsing history, search history, online | ||
Device location | ||
Images and audio, video or call recordings created in connection with our business activities | ||
Business contact details in order to provide you our Services at a business level or job title, work history, and professional qualifications if you apply for a job with us | ||
Student records and directory information | ||
Inferences drawn from any of the collected personal information listed above to create a profile or summary about, for example, an individual’s preferences and characteristics | ||
- Receiving help through our customer support channels;
- Participation in customer surveys or contests; and
- Facilitation in the delivery of our Services and to respond to your inquiries.
- Category A -
As long as the user has an account with us
- Category B -
As long as the user has an account with us
- Category
C - As long as the user has an account with us
- Category
K - As long as the user has an account with us
Sources of Personal Information
Learn more about the sources of personal information we collect inHow We Use and Share Personal Information
Your Rights
You have rights under certain US state data protection laws. However, these rights are not absolute, and in certain cases, we may decline your request as permitted by law. These rights include:- Right to know whether or not we are processing your personal data
- Right to access your personal data
- Right to correct inaccuracies in your personal data
- Right to request the deletion of your personal data
- Right to obtain a copy of the personal data you previously shared with us
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights
- Right to opt out of the processing of your personal data if it is used for targeted advertising
(or sharing as defined under California’s privacy law) , the sale of personal data, or profiling in furtherance of decisions that produce legal or similarly significant effects ( "profiling" )
- Right to access the categories of personal data being processed (as permitted by applicable law, including the privacy law in Minnesota)
- Right to obtain a list of the categories of third parties to which we have disclosed personal data (as permitted by applicable law, including the privacy law in
California, Delaware, and Maryland )
- Right to obtain a list of specific third parties to which we have disclosed personal data (as permitted by applicable law, including the privacy law in
Minnesota and Oregon )
- Right to obtain a list of third parties to which we have sold personal data (as permitted by applicable law, including the privacy law in Connecticut)
- Right to review, understand, question, and depending on where you live, correct how personal data has been profiled (as permitted by applicable law, including the privacy law in
Connecticut and Minnesota )
- Right to limit use and disclosure of sensitive personal data (as permitted by applicable law, including the privacy law in California)
- Right to opt out of the collection of sensitive data and personal data collected through the operation of a voice or facial recognition feature (as permitted by applicable law, including the privacy law in Florida)
How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise these rights, you can contact usRequest Verification
Upon receiving your request, we will need to verify your identity to determine you are the same person about whom we have the information in our system. We will only use personal information provided in your request to verify your identity or authority to make the request. However, if we cannot verify your identity from the information already maintained by us, we may request that you provide additional information for the purposes of verifying your identity and for security or fraud-prevention purposes.Appeals
Under certain US state data protection laws, if we decline to take action regarding your request, you may appeal our decision by emailing us atCalifornia "Shine The Light" Law
California Civil Code Section 1798.83, also known as the 12. DO WE MAKE UPDATES TO THIS NOTICE?
In Short: Yes, we will update this notice as necessary to stay compliant with relevant laws.13. HOW CAN YOU CONTACT US ABOUT THIS NOTICE?
If you have questions or comments about this notice, you may14. HOW CAN YOU REVIEW, UPDATE, OR DELETE THE DATA WE COLLECT FROM YOU?
15. SMS TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Privacy Policy for Authors KD Publishing
At Authors KD Publishing, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your data when interacting with our website and services, including book writing, editing, proofreading, book design, formatting, marketing, and other services.
By using our website and services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you disagree with the terms, please refrain from using our services.
What information do we collect about you?
You are required to fill a form on our website at the time of registration. Also, you are required to submit your details when placing an order or subscribing to our newsletter. The details we need include your name, e-mail address, mailing address, phone number, and credit card information. Besides, we offer an option to visit our site anonymously.
Information We Collect
We collect information when you visit our website, register for services, or communicate with us. The types of information we may collect include:
Personal Information: Your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and any other information you provide when contacting us or signing up for services.
Payment Information: Billing details, including credit card or PayPal information, are used to process payments for our services.
Usage Data: Information about your interactions with our website, including IP addresses, browser type, device type, and other technical data, to help improve our services and optimize user experience.
How We Use Your Information
The information we collect is used to enhance and provide the best possible service. We may use your data for the following purposes:
Provide Services:To process your orders, provide book writing, editing, proofreading, formatting, design, and marketing services.
Communication: To communicate with you regarding project updates, service inquiries, and promotional materials related to the Authors KD Publishing.
Improve User Experience: To analyze website usage and optimize user experience, ensuring our content, tools, and resources are helpful and relevant.
Marketing and Promotion: Send newsletters, offers, and updates regarding our services. You may opt out of receiving marketing emails at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions.
How We Protect Your Information
We implement various security measures to protect your personal information. These include using secure encryption technologies during data transmission (SSL), securing our databases, and restricting access to sensitive data to authorized personnel only. While we make every effort to ensure your data is safe, please note that no data transmission method over the Internet is 100% secure.
Sharing Your Information
We respect your privacy and do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your data in the following circumstances:
Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party vendors or partners who assist us in providing services (e.g., payment processors, website hosting, email marketing providers). Confidentiality agreements bind these third parties and only allow them to use your data for the services they provide to us.
Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information when required by law or in response to legal processes, such as subpoenas, court orders, or government requests.
Business Transfers: Your personal information may be transferred as part of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and other tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us understand how you interact with our site, remember your preferences, and improve the functionality of our services. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features on our site.
Your Rights and Choices
You can access, correct, or delete your personal information. If you wish to update or delete your information or if you have any questions about the data we hold, please contact us using the details provided below. You also have the right to opt out of receiving marketing communications by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails or by contacting us directly.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites for additional resources or services. Please note that these third-party sites have privacy policies we do not control. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites before providing any personal information.
Children’s Privacy
Authors KD Publishing’s services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information as soon as possible.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
Authors KD Publishing reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page, with the updated date indicated at the top of the page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or if you would like to exercise your rights regarding your data, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us at:
Email: [email protected]
Contact Us: +1(207)309-1249