PrivacyPolicy
Last Updated: October 26, 2023
At Book Publishing Forge, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Site or use our Services.
Information We Collect
We collect information that you provide directly to us and information automatically collected during your visit.
Information You Provide
This includes your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, manuscript files, project details, and payment information when you request a quote, sign a Service Agreement, or communicate with us.
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit the Site, we may automatically collect certain data through cookies and similar tracking technologies. This may include your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, and the dates/times of your visits.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, operate, and maintain our Services.
- Process your inquiries and provide you with quotes and proposals.
- Communicate with you about your project, including sending updates and invoices.
- Improve our Site, services, and marketing efforts.
- Comply with legal obligations.
How We Share Your Information
We value your trust. We do not and will not sell your personal information. We may share information only in the following situations:
With Your Consent
We may share your information if you give us explicit permission to do so.
Service Providers
We may employ trusted third-party companies to facilitate our Services (e.g., payment processors, email service providers). These parties are obligated to keep your information confidential.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal data, such as the right to access, correct, or delete the data we hold about you. To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@bookpublishingforge.com.
Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
Children's Privacy
Our Services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.