The purpose of this Privacy Policy is to inform you about how American Publishings collects, uses, shares, and protects your personal information when you interact with our services. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring the confidentiality and security of your personal data.
This Privacy Policy applies to all services offered by American Publishings and any other interactions you may have with us. It describes the types of information we collect, how we use and share that information, and your rights and choices regarding your personal data.
By accessing or using our services, you agree to the terms and conditions of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this Privacy Policy, please do not use our services. Your continued use of our services following any changes or updates to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of those changes.
We collect various types of information to provide and improve our services, customize your experience, and ensure the security of our platform. This section details the types of information we collect, including personal and non-personal data, sensitive information, and data related to children.
When you engage with American Publishings, we may collect certain contact information, including:
When you engage with American Publishings, we may collect certain contact information, including:
If you make purchases or payments for our services, we may collect payment information, including:
When you create an account on American Publishings, we may collect certain account information, such as:
We may collect information related to your communications with us, including:
We may collect non-personal information about your use of our services, including:
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing behavior and preferences, including:
We do not intentionally collect sensitive information such as racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs, trade union membership, genetic data, biometric data, health information, or data concerning sexual orientation.
American Publishings is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe that we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to remove the information from our systems.
We collect various types of information to provide and improve our services, customize your experience, and ensure the security of our platform. This section details the types of information we collect, including personal and non-personal data, sensitive information, and data related to children.
When you engage with American Publishings, we may collect certain contact information, including:
When you engage with American Publishings, we may collect certain contact information, including:
If you make purchases or payments for our services, we may collect payment information, including:
When you create an account on American Publishings, we may collect certain account information, such as:
We may collect information related to your communications with us, including:
We may collect non-personal information about your use of our services, including:
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing behavior and preferences, including:
We do not intentionally collect sensitive information such as racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs, trade union membership, genetic data, biometric data, health information, or data concerning sexual orientation.
American Publishings is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe that we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to remove the information from our systems.
We are committed to using your information responsibly and transparently to provide and improve our services. This section outlines how we utilize the information we collect from you for various purposes.
We use your information to deliver the services you request, including:
We use your information to provide customer support and assistance, including:
We use your information to communicate with you about our services, including:
With your consent, we may use your information to send you marketing communications, including:
We use your information to personalize your experience and improve our services, including:
We may use your information to comply with legal obligations or respond to legal requests, including:
We use your information for internal purposes, including:
We may aggregate and anonymize your information to create aggregated data sets for various purposes, including:
We prioritize the security and confidentiality of your information. However, in certain circumstances, we may need to share your information with third parties. This section outlines the scenarios in which we may share your information and our approach to data sharing.
We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers to facilitate and enhance our services, including:
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or part of our business, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity. We will notify you of any such transfer and any changes to the ownership or control of your information.
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to a valid legal request, including:
We may disclose your information to protect our rights, property, or safety, or the rights, property, or safety of others, including:
With your consent, we may share your information in ways not otherwise described in this Privacy Policy. You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time by contacting us or adjusting your preferences in your account settings.
American Publishings uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, personalize content, and analyze website traffic. This section explains the types of cookies and tracking technologies we use and how you can manage them.
Essential cookies are necessary for the functioning of our website and enable core functionality such as:
Performance cookies collect information about how you interact with our website, such as:
Functional cookies enhance the usability and personalization of our website by remembering your preferences and settings, including:
Targeting cookies are used to deliver targeted advertising or personalized content based on your interests and browsing behavior, including:
You have the option to manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, please note that disabling certain types of cookies may impact the functionality of our website or limit your ability to access certain features. Here's how you can manage cookies in popular web browsers:
In addition to cookies, we may use other tracking technologies, such as web beacons, pixel tags, or device identifiers, to collect information about your browsing behavior and preferences. These technologies may be used for similar purposes as cookies, such as analyzing website traffic, delivering personalized content, or measuring the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
We take the security of your data seriously and implement robust measures to protect it from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. This section outlines our approach to data security and the measures we have in place to safeguard your information.
We utilize encryption protocols to secure data transmission and storage, ensuring that sensitive information is protected against unauthorized interception or access.
Access to your data is restricted to authorized personnel only, and stringent access controls are implemented to prevent unauthorized access or misuse.
We employ strong authentication mechanisms, such as multi-factor authentication, to verify the identities of users and prevent unauthorized access to accounts or systems.
We conduct regular security audits and assessments to identify vulnerabilities, assess risks, and ensure compliance with security standards and best practices.
Our employees undergo regular training and awareness programs to educate them about security policies, procedures, and best practices, minimizing the risk of human error or negligence.
We partner with reputable security vendors and experts to continuously monitor and improve our security posture, leveraging their expertise and resources to enhance our defenses against evolving threats.
In the event of a suspected data breach, we have systems in place to detect and investigate any unauthorized access or compromise of data.
If a data breach is confirmed, we take immediate action to contain the incident, mitigate the impact, and notify affected individuals and relevant authorities as required by law.
We maintain open and transparent communication with affected parties, providing timely updates and guidance on steps they can take to protect themselves and mitigate potential harm.
Following a data breach, we conduct a thorough post-incident analysis to identify root causes, implement remediation measures, and prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.
We only retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
We limit the collection and retention of personal data to the minimum amount necessary to achieve the intended purpose, reducing the risk of unauthorized access or exposure.
When personal data is no longer needed or relevant for the purposes for which it was collected, we securely dispose of it in accordance with industry standards and best practices to prevent unauthorized access or misuse.
We respect your rights and provide you with choices regarding the use and management of your personal data. This section outlines the rights you have and the options available to you to exercise those rights.
You have the right to access the personal data we hold about you and request information about how we process it, including:
If you believe that any of the personal data we hold about you is inaccurate or incomplete, you have the right to request correction or modification of your data.
You have the right to receive a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format and to transmit that data to another data controller without hindrance.
You have the right to request the deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances, such as:
You have the right to request the restriction of processing of your personal data under certain circumstances, such as:
You have the right to object to the processing of your personal data for direct marketing purposes or for reasons relating to your particular situation unless we can demonstrate compelling, legitimate grounds for the processing.
If we rely on your consent as the legal basis for processing your personal data, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time. Withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.
You have the right to opt out of receiving marketing communications from us at any time by:
We may transfer your personal data to locations outside of your country or jurisdiction for processing and storage. This section explains how we handle international data transfers and the mechanisms in place to protect your data when transferred internationally.
We may transfer your personal data to countries or regions that have been deemed by the European Commission or other relevant authorities to provide an adequate level of data protection. Adequacy decisions are based on an assessment of the country's data protection laws and safeguards.
In cases where the receiving country does not have adequate data protection laws, we may use standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission or other relevant authorities to ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place for the protection of your data.
For intra-group transfers of personal data within multinational organizations, we may implement binding corporate rules that have been approved by relevant data protection authorities to ensure a consistent level of protection for personal data across the organization.
If we transfer personal data to the United States, we may rely on the EU-U.S. Privacy Shield Framework as a mechanism to ensure adequate protection of personal data transferred from the EU to Privacy Shield-certified organizations in the United States. Please note that the Privacy Shield Framework was invalidated by the European Court of Justice in July 2020, but organizations certified under the Privacy Shield may still adhere to its principles.
When your personal data is transferred internationally, you may have specific data protection rights, including:
You have the right to be informed about the international transfer of your personal data, including the countries or regions to which it is transferred, the purposes of the transfer, and the mechanisms used to ensure the protection of your data.
You have the right to access your personal data that has been transferred internationally and to request rectification or correction of any inaccuracies.
You have the right to object to the international transfer of your personal data if you believe that your data is not adequately protected or if there are other legitimate reasons for objection.
If the international transfer of your personal data is based on your consent, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.
You may have the right to receive a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format when it is transferred internationally and to transmit that data to another data controller.
If you believe that your data protection rights have been violated in connection with an international data transfer, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the relevant data protection authorities in your country or jurisdiction.
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not operated or controlled by us. This section explains our approach to third-party links and how they may impact your privacy.
When you click on a third-party link on our website, you will be directed to an external website that is not operated or controlled by American Publishings. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services.
Third-party websites or services linked to our website may have their own privacy policies, terms of service, and practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these websites before providing any personal information or engaging with them.
The inclusion of third-party links on our website does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation of the linked websites or their content. We provide these links for your convenience and information only, and we do not endorse or guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information or content provided on third-party websites.
Third-party websites or services linked to our website may collect personal information from you through cookies, tracking technologies, or other means. They may use this information for their own purposes, including targeted advertising, analytics, or marketing.
We encourage you to review the privacy policies of third-party websites or services to understand how they collect, use, and disclose your personal information. These privacy policies should outline their data collection practices, the purposes for which they use your information and your rights and choices regarding your data.
While we strive to ensure that third-party links on our website are reputable and trustworthy, we cannot guarantee the security or privacy of any information you provide to third-party websites or services. Your interactions with third-party websites are governed by their respective privacy policies and terms of service.
We may update or revise this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or industry standards. This section outlines how we communicate changes to the Privacy Policy and your continued use of our services following such changes.
In the event of any material changes to this Privacy Policy, we will provide notice of such changes by:
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By continuing to use our services after any changes to the Privacy Policy, you acknowledge and agree to the updated terms.
Your continued use of our website, products, or services following the posting of changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes acceptance of those changes. If you do not agree to the updated terms, you should discontinue the use of our services and contact us to request deletion of your personal information.
If you disagree with any changes to this Privacy Policy and do not wish to accept the updated terms, you have the right to opt out of the changes by ceasing the use of our services and requesting the deletion of your personal information, as outlined in our Data Deletion section.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. Any changes to this Privacy Policy will be made with your privacy interests in mind, and we will continue to implement appropriate safeguards to protect your data.
We value transparency and are committed to addressing any questions, concerns, or inquiries you may have regarding our privacy practices. This section provides information on how to contact us and our designated Data Protection Officer for matters related to data protection and privacy.
You can reach us via email at contact@american publishings.com for general inquiries, questions about our services, or concerns about privacy and data protection.
If you prefer to communicate by mail, you can send correspondence to our postal address: XXXXXXXXX
Alternatively, you can use the contact form on our website to submit inquiries or messages directly to our team. Simply fill out the required fields and provide details about your inquiry, and we will respond to you as soon as possible.
We have appointed a dedicated Data Protection Officer (DPO) to oversee compliance with data protection laws and regulations, handle data protection inquiries, and ensure the protection of your personal information.
You can contact our Data Protection Officer via email at dpo@american publishings.com for matters related to data protection, privacy, or the handling of personal information.
Our DPO is responsible for:
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding our privacy practices, the handling of your personal information, or this Privacy Policy, please don't hesitate to contact us using the provided contact information. We are committed to addressing your inquiries promptly and transparently, and we appreciate your trust in American Publishings.
