Thank you for visiting www.dontpackme.com (the “Site”). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website, purchase our book, or interact with us in any other way.

By using this Site, you agree to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information

When you purchase a book or interact with our website, we may collect personal details such as:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Mailing address
  • Phone number
  • Payment information (credit card or other payment methods)

Non-Personal Information

We may also collect non-personal information that helps us improve our website and services, such as:

  • Browser type and version
  • IP address
  • Device type
  • Pages visited
  • Time spent on the site
  • Referring URLs

This information is generally anonymous and does not identify you personally.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for several purposes, including:

  • To process your orders: We use your personal information to complete purchases, process payments, and ship your book to you.
  • To communicate with you: We may send you order confirmations, shipping updates, and other transactional emails. With your consent, we may also send promotional emails about new releases, events, or updates related to “Don’t Pack Me.”
  • To improve our website: The non-personal information we gather helps us enhance user experience and troubleshoot issues with our website.
  • To comply with legal obligations: We may need to use your information to fulfill legal requirements or protect our rights in certain situations.

3. How We Protect Your Information

We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal data. All sensitive information (such as credit card details) is encrypted using Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology, and we adhere to industry-standard security measures to safeguard your data.

However, please note that no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We may share your personal information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in processing payments, shipping orders, and providing customer support. These providers are obligated to keep your information confidential and use it only for the purposes for which we engage them.
  • Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to a valid legal request, such as a subpoena or government investigation.
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your personal information may be transferred as part of the transaction.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your user experience. Cookies are small data files that are stored on your device when you visit our site. These help us recognize your preferences, improve the functionality of the website, and analyze trends.

You can control cookie settings through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may impact your ability to use certain features of the Site.

6. Your Choices and Rights

Access and Update Your Information

You may update your personal information by contacting us directly at [email address] or by logging into your account (if applicable).

Opt-Out of Marketing Communications

If you no longer wish to receive promotional emails from us, you can unsubscribe by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any marketing email or by contacting us directly.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law.

7. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe we may have collected personal information from a child, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete such information.

8. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

9. International Users

If you are accessing our website from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States, where our servers are located. By using our services, you consent to this transfer.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make changes, we will update the “Effective Date” at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.