Privacy Policy

Author Harbour respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information, manuscript materials, and project-related data. This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, stored, and protected when using our website or publishing services. 

Information We Collect 

Author Harbour may collect: 

  • Name and contact information 
  • Email address and phone number 
  • Manuscripts and project files 
  • Billing and payment information 
  • Website usage data and analytics 
  • Communication records and consultation details 

Information is collected through contact forms, consultations, service inquiries, payments, and website interactions. 

USE OF INFORMATION 

How Your Information Is Used 

Collected information may be used to: 

  • provide publishing and creative services 
  • process payments and quotations 
  • communicate regarding projects and revisions 
  • improve website functionality and user experience 
  • deliver customer support and consultations 
  • manage marketing, publishing, and distribution services 

Author Harbour does not sell personal information to third parties. 

CONFIDENTIALITY 

Manuscript & Project Confidentiality 

All manuscripts, drafts, audiobook files, creative materials, and project communications are treated as confidential. 

Client content will not be publicly shared, reproduced, or distributed without authorization unless legally required. 

PAYMENT SECURITY 

Payment & Billing Security 

Payment information is processed through secure third-party payment providers. 

Author Harbour does not store sensitive financial or payment card information directly on its servers. 

COOKIES & ANALYTICS 

Cookies & Website Analytics 

This website may use cookies, analytics tools, and tracking technologies to: 

  • improve website performance 
  • analyze visitor behavior 
  • optimize user experience 
  • support marketing and advertising campaigns 

Users may disable cookies through browser settings where applicable. 

THIRD-PARTY SERVICES 

Third-Party Platforms 

Author Harbour may use third-party services and publishing platforms including: 

  • Amazon KDP 
  • Google Analytics 
  • email marketing providers 
  • payment processors 
  • audiobook and publishing platforms 

Use of third-party platforms remains subject to their individual privacy policies and terms. 

DATA PROTECTION 

Data Protection 

Reasonable administrative, technical, and security measures are implemented to help protect client information and project materials from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure. 

However, no digital transmission or storage system can be guaranteed completely secure. 

USER RIGHTS 

Your Rights 

Users may request to: 

  • access stored personal information 
  • update inaccurate information 
  • request deletion of personal data where legally applicable 
  • opt out of marketing communications 

Requests may be submitted through the website contact page. 

POLICY UPDATES 

Privacy Policy Updates 

Author Harbour reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time without prior notice. 

Continued use of the website or services constitutes acceptance of the updated policy. 

CONTACT SECTION 

Privacy Questions? 

For questions regarding this Privacy Policy, data usage, or confidentiality practices, please contact Author Harbour directly through the website contact page.