Privacy Policy

1. Information I Collect

Information You Provide

When you interact with my website or forms, you may share:

• Your name

• Your email address

• ARC preferences (format, platform, etc.)

• Messages or comments you submit

• Any information you voluntarily provide

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Information Collected Automatically

My website may collect basic technical data such as:

• IP address

• Browser type

• Pages visited

• General analytics

This helps me understand how visitors use the site and improve your experience.

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2. How Your Information Is Used

I use your information to:

• Send newsletters, updates, and book announcements

• Deliver ARC copies and communicate with ARC readers

• Respond to messages or questions

• Improve website performance

• Maintain records for administrative or legal purposes

I never sell or rent your information.

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3. Sharing Your Information

I only share your information with trusted service providers who help me run my author business, such as:

• Email services (e.g., Constant Contact)

• ARC delivery platforms (e.g., BookFunnel)

• Website hosting providers

These services may process your information on my behalf, but they cannot use it for their own purposes.

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4. Cookies & Tracking

My website may use cookies or similar technologies to:

• Improve site performance

• Remember your preferences

• Analyze traffic

You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.

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5. Your Choices

You can:

• Unsubscribe from emails at any time

• Request updates or deletion of your information

• Decline cookies through your browser

If you want your data removed entirely, email me and I’ll take care of it promptly.

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6. Data Security

I take reasonable steps to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. While no online system is perfect, I work with reputable services to keep your data safe.

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7. Children’s Privacy

My website and newsletter are not intended for children under 13, and I do not knowingly collect information from children.

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8. External Links

My website may link to other sites. I am not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external websites.

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9. Updates to This Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. The “Last updated” date at the top reflects the most recent version.

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10. Contact

If you have questions or want to request changes to your information, you can reach me at:

beverly@beverlyzech.com