Introduction

Welcome to the official website of Sherry Ann Fortner, where readers can immerse themselves in the world of her books, including Forever Fallen, Forever Girl, and upcoming novels in the Anak Trilogy. Your privacy is of utmost importance to us. This privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, purchase products, or interact with any features offered by us.

By accessing and using this website, you consent to the terms of this policy. If you disagree with any part of the policy, we encourage you to discontinue your use of the website.

Information We Collect

We collect different types of information depending on how you engage with us. The personal data we collect helps us provide a better experience, such as assisting you in purchasing books, communicating with you, or improving our services.

Personal Information You Provide

Name: To personalize your experience and for correspondence about orders and promotional material.

Email Address: Used for communications such as order confirmations, promotions, updates, and book releases.

Phone Number: If provided, used for order confirmations, or customer service.

Payment Information: If you make a purchase, we may collect billing information such as credit card numbers or PayPal details. Payment data is processed securely by third-party payment processors.

Automatically Collected Information

Log Files: Like many websites, we collect certain data automatically and store it in log files. This may include IP addresses, browser type, Internet Service Provider (ISP), referring/exit pages, and date/time stamps.

Cookies: We use cookies to improve your browsing experience and remember preferences during future visits. Cookies can also be used to track website performance, user behaviors, and advertising.

Third-Party Data

We partner with third parties (e.g., social media platforms, analytics services, email service providers) to improve your experience and provide tailored content. Information shared with these third parties is governed by their individual privacy policies.

How We Use Your Information

We collect your personal data to provide you with the best possible service and improve your experience with our products and communications.

To Provide Products and Services

Process your orders and deliveries of books (both physical and digital).

Send email or physical mail correspondence regarding order status, confirmations, updates, and promotional content.

To Improve Website Functionality and Services

Understand your preferences and how you interact with our website.

Improve user navigation, design, and content to provide a better user experience.

Communication and Marketing

Respond to your questions, comments, or inquiries.

Send marketing communications, book launch updates, or information about upcoming releases with the opportunity to unsubscribe at any time.

To Protect Against Fraud and Improve Security

Prevent fraudulent activity and secure payments.

Protect your personal data through data encryption and regular updates to security practices.

Legal Obligations and Dispute Resolution

Comply with legal obligations, regulatory requirements, or contractual agreements.

Sharing Your Information

We do not share your personal data except in the following circumstances:

Third-Party Service Providers

We may share your data with trusted third parties for specific functions:

Payment Processing: We utilize secure third-party payment processors such as PayPal and credit card providers to handle payments. Your credit card details are not stored on our servers.

Shipping and Fulfillment Services: We work with third-party delivery services to handle shipping logistics.

Email Services: Email newsletters and communications are sent through third-party email providers. We do not share your email address with third parties for unrelated purposes.

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your personal information may be transferred to the acquiring party, and it would remain subject to this Privacy Policy.

Legal Compliance

We may disclose your information to government agencies, law enforcement, or in response to legal proceedings, if required by law.

Data Retention

We will retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services, fulfill transactions, and comply with legal obligations. Once your data is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.

Your Rights and Choices

As a data subject, you have rights over your personal information under applicable law.

Access and Update Your Information

You have the right to access, review, and update your personal information. If any of your personal data is incorrect or outdated, please contact us to make necessary corrections.

Opt-Out of Marketing Communications

You can opt-out of receiving promotional emails at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in the email. Alternatively, you can contact us directly to request removal from our mailing list.

Right to Delete Personal Data

If you wish for your personal information to be deleted, please reach out, and we will proceed with the request if permissible under law.

Data Portability

If you wish to receive a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used format, please reach out to us.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website. These tools help us remember your preferences, collect website usage data, and provide relevant advertisements.

Managing Cookies

You can manage cookies through your web browser settings, including deleting or blocking cookies. However, disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the website.

Third-Party Analytics

We use services like Google Analytics to help us understand how visitors interact with our site. These services may place cookies in your browser to collect non-personally identifiable data. For more details, refer to Google’s Privacy Policy.

Protecting Your Information

We use advanced encryption methods to protect your personal and payment information. We take reasonable measures to secure our website and prevent unauthorized access or loss of your personal data.

However, please be aware that no data transmission or storage method is completely secure, and there is always a potential risk with online communications.

International Transfers

If you are accessing our website from outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to and stored in the United States. By using our website, you consent to the transfer of data to countries outside your jurisdiction, where data protection laws may differ.

Children’s Privacy

This website is intended for adults and individuals 13 years and older. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal data from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal data from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that data promptly.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time, and all changes will be reflected on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your information.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or need assistance managing your data, please feel free to contact us:

Email: [Enter Email Address]

Mailing Address: Sherry Ann Fortner, [Your Address Here]