Information Collection
We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you contact us or request a download. This may include your name and email address. 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.
Data Security (Encryption)
Your name and email address are stored in encrypted form on our servers. We also store a cryptographic hash of your email address solely to detect duplicate subscriptions and prevent unauthorized re-enrollment. Only the site owner has the ability to decrypt stored information when necessary to provide support, such as resending download links or updating subscriber status at your request.
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 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 encrypted personal information is stored 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 remain in our records only 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 obligations. We do not allow these service providers to use your information for their own purposes.
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 may request a copy of your personal data.
- Correction: You may request correction or updates to any inaccurate information.
- Deletion: You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to legal obligations.
- Restriction: You may request limitations on how we process your data.
- Portability: You may request your data in a structured, commonly used format.
- Objection: You may 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.