Privacy Policy

Last updated: 9/30/2026

1. Who We Are

This website (“Site”) is operated by Emily Harris-Greene, an independent author currently developing their debut novel. 

Contact: [email protected] 

Location: Leesburg, Virginia, United States 

2. What Information We Collect

We collect the following types of personal information:

- Identifiers: Name, email address (e.g., newsletter sign‑ups, contact forms).

- Internet activity: IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on the Site (via analytics tools).

-Cookies & tracking data: Used for basic site functionality and analytics.

3. How We Collect Information

We collect data in three ways:

- Directly from you: When you subscribe, contact the author, or enter information into forms.

- Automatically: Through cookies, analytics tools, and server logs.

b-From third‑party tools: Email delivery services, analytics providers. 

4. How We Use Your Information

We use personal data for:

- Sending newsletters, updates, and promotional content

- Managing the email list

- Improving Site performance and user experience

- Future e‑commerce functions (book sales, digital products, merchandise)

Legal compliance and security

5. Legal Bases for Processing 

If you are located in the EU/EEA, we process your data under:

- Consent: Newsletter sign‑ups, contact forms

- Legitimate interest: Analytics, site improvement

- Contract: When purchases become available

- Legal obligation: Compliance with applicable laws

6. Sharing Your Information

We may share data with:

- Service providers: Email platforms, analytics tools, hosting providers

- Legal authorities: If required by law. We do not sell personal information.

7. Cookies & Tracking

The Site uses cookies for:

- Basic functionality

- Analytics

- Performance monitoring

You can disable cookies in your browser settings. 

8. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for:

- Providing newsletters and updates

- Operating the Site

- Meeting legal obligations

9. Your Rights

EU/EEA Visitors (GDPR):

You have the right to:

- Access your data

- Correct or delete your data

- Withdraw consent

- Object to processing

- Request data portability

- File a complaint with your local data protection authority

California Residents (CCPA/CPRA):

You have the right to:

- Know what personal information is collected

- Request deletion

- Request disclosure of third‑party sharing

- Opt out of sale (we do not sell data)

- Non‑discrimination for exercising privacy rights

10. Children’s Privacy

This Site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect data from them. 

11. International Data Transfers

If you are outside the United States, your data may be processed in the U.S. We use safeguards required by GDPR for international transfers.

12. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal information.

13. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The “Last Updated” date will reflect the most recent changes.

14. Contact

For questions or privacy requests, contact: [email protected]