Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 2023-07-23

At BookBelow, we value the privacy and security of our users' information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect the personal information of our readers and authors. By accessing and using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect:

We may collect two types of information from users:

a) Personal Information:

• For Readers: When you sign up or use our website, we collect your name, email address,and book preferences. This information helps us recommend personalized book suggestions to you and improve your user experience.
• For Authors: When you sign up or use our website, we collect your name, email address, and other necessary information for communication purposes and website features and promotion tips.

b) Cookies:

We use cookies to enhance your experience on BookBelow. These small text files are stored on your device and help us recommend books, improve website quality, and track user interactions. You have the option to disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect certain features of our website.

2. Use of Information

• a) Personalization and Book Recommendations:

  We use the information collected to tailor book recommendations to our readers based on their preferences, interests, and reading history.

• b) Website Improvement:

  The data obtained through cookies is used to analyze user behavior and enhance our website's functionality and user experience.

• c) Newsletter and Communication:

  We utilize a third-party email service to send newsletters to our readers, which include book deals and book news. Additionally, we communicate with authors via email regarding website features and promotional tips.

3. Third-Party Links

We provide links to external platforms like Amazon, Apple Books, and Kobo for book purchases. Please be aware that clicking on these links will redirect you to their respective websites, and our Privacy Policy no longer applies to those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

4. Data Retention and Security

We retain your personal information as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you with our services. We employ industry-standard security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

5. Children's Privacy

BookBelow is not intended for users under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals below this age. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately to delete the information.

6. User Account and Data Deletion

Both readers and authors have the right to request the deletion of their accounts and associated information at any time. If you wish to delete your account, please contact us, and we will promptly take the necessary steps to remove your data from our records.

7. Changes to the Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. The updated version will be posted on our website, and the date of the latest revision will be indicated.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact us at info@bookbelow.com

By continuing to use BookBelow, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.