Information Collection
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you contact us or request a download. This may include your name, email address, and message content. When you request a sample, guide, or other downloadable material, we also collect your IP address, confirmation status, and the date and time of consent to comply with anti-spam and record-keeping requirements.
Purpose of Collection and Lawful Basis
Your personal information is collected and processed for the following purposes:
- To deliver the materials, samples, or downloads you request (performance of a contract).
- To confirm your email address and manage your subscription preferences (legitimate interest and compliance).
- To send you updates, newsletters, and promotional information about Charles Patton Books and its publications (consent).
You may withdraw your consent for promotional communications at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email or contacting us directly.
Consent for Promotional Emails
By submitting your information through this website, you expressly consent to receive future communications from Charles Patton Books, including promotional messages about new releases, author updates, and related offers. Withdrawing consent will not affect the legality of any processing carried out before withdrawal.
Data Storage, Protection, and Retention
Your personal information is stored securely on servers located in the United States and is accessible only to authorized personnel. We use reasonable technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. We retain your information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described above, or as required by law. If you unsubscribe, your email address will be retained solely to ensure no further mailings are sent unless you re-subscribe.
International Data Transfers
If you access this site from outside the United States, please note that your information will be transferred to and processed in the United States. By providing your information, you consent to this transfer in accordance with applicable data protection laws.
Information Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share limited information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating the website or sending authorized communications, under strict confidentiality agreements.
Your Rights (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Union, you have the following rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
- Access: You can request a copy of your personal data.
- Correction: You can ask us to correct or update inaccurate information.
- Deletion: You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations.
- Restriction: You can request that we limit how we process your data.
- Portability: You can request that we provide your data in a structured, commonly used format.
- Objection: You can object to certain types of processing, including direct marketing.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy or your personal data, please contact us at admin@charlespattonbooks.com.
If you are an EU resident and believe your data protection rights have been violated, you may lodge a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority.