Authors Club Privacy Policy

Welcome to Authors Club. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled in a safe and responsible manner. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services, including our paid services.

We collect various types of information in connection with the services we provide, including:

  • Personal Information: This includes your name, email address, phone number, payment information, and any other information you provide when registering for an account, making a purchase, or contacting us.
  • Usage Data: We collect information about your interactions with our website, such as IP addresses, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and pages viewed.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website, analyze usage, and deliver personalized content.

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

  • To Provide and Improve Our Services: We use your information to process transactions, provide customer support, and improve our services.
  • To Communicate with You: We may use your contact information to send you updates, newsletters, and other communications related to Authors Club.
  • To Personalize Your Experience: We use information about your interactions with our website to personalize your experience and provide content that is relevant to you.
  • To Maintain Security: We use your information to protect our website and services from unauthorized access and other security breaches.
  • To Comply with Legal Obligations: We may use your information to comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties, except as described below:

  • Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or providing services to you. These service providers are contractually obligated to maintain the confidentiality of your information.
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

When you purchase our paid services, we collect payment information, including credit card details. This information is used solely for processing payments and is handled by our secure third-party payment processors. We do not store your credit card information on our servers.

  • Payment Data Security: We use advanced security measures such as encryption and secure socket layer (SSL) technology to keep your payment data safe. Our payment processors comply with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS), ensuring your payment information is handled securely.
  • Transaction Information: In addition to payment details, we collect transaction information related to the services you purchase, such as the type of service, amount paid, and transaction date. This information is used for billing purposes, to track your purchase history, and to provide customer support.
  • Refunds and Disputes: Information related to refunds or payment disputes is handled with the same level of security and confidentiality. We will use this information solely to resolve the issue and comply with legal requirements.

At Authors Club, we understand the importance of your intellectual property. We take the necessary precautions to keep your manuscripts and published works secure. Our systems are designed to protect your copyright, ensuring that your work remains your own and is not accessed or misused by unauthorized parties.

  • Manuscript Submission: When you submit your manuscript to Authors Club, it is stored securely and accessed only by authorized personnel involved in the review, editing, and publication process.
  • Publication Rights: We respect your ownership of your work. Any rights related to the publication, distribution, and sale of your book are clearly outlined in our service agreements. We do not claim ownership of your intellectual property; instead, we help you manage and protect it.

Digital Rights Management (DRM): For digital publications, we implement DRM technologies to prevent unauthorized copying and distribution of your work, ensuring that your content remains protected.

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, secure socket layer (SSL) technology, and other advanced security protocols. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

  • Secure Storage: Personal and payment information is stored on secure servers with restricted access.
  • Access Controls: Only authorized personnel have access to personal information, and they are required to adhere to strict confidentiality agreements.
  • Regular Audits: We conduct regular security audits and assessments to ensure our systems and practices are up to date and effective.

You have the following choices regarding your personal information:

  • Access and Correction: You can access and update your personal information by logging into your account on our website.
  • Opt-Out: You can opt out of receiving promotional communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in those communications.
  • Cookies: You can set your browser to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent. However, some parts of our website may not function properly without cookies.

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete that information.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on our website. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Your continued use of the website and our services after any modifications will constitute your acknowledgment of the modifications and your consent to abide and be bound by the modified Privacy Policy.

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

 

Email:  [email protected]                  Phone: 

Thank you for choosing Authors Club. We are dedicated to helping you achieve your publishing goals while keeping your personal and intellectual property secure.