PRIVACY POLICY

Last Updated: 10/3/17

Welcome to Authors Unite (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, https://authorsunite.com (the “Website”).

By using the Website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting it through this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following categories of information:

2.1 Personal Information

When you interact with our Website, we may collect the following personal information:

  • Name
  • Contact details (email address, phone number, mailing address)
  • Payment information (if purchasing services, processed securely through third-party providers)
  • Account login credentials (if applicable)
  • Other information relevant to customer inquiries, surveys, promotions, and offers

2.2 Non-Personal Information

We may automatically collect certain non-personal information about your visit, including:

  • Browser type, operating system, and device type
  • IP address and geolocation data
  • Pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation paths
  • Referral source (how you reached our Website)
  • Cookies and tracking technologies (see Section 6)

3. How We Use Your Information

We collect and use your information for the following purposes:

  • To provide, operate, and maintain our Website and services.
  • To communicate with you regarding inquiries, support requests, and transactions.
  • To personalize your experience and improve our offerings.
  • To send marketing and promotional content (only with your consent, where required by law).
  • To analyze Website usage and improve functionality and security.
  • To comply with legal obligations, enforce our policies, and protect against fraud or unauthorized activity.

We do not share mobile information or text messaging opt-in data with third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.

 

4. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We do not sell, trade, rent, or lease your personal information. However, we may share your information with third parties in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We may share your data with third-party vendors who assist us in operating our Website and business (e.g., payment processors, email service providers, hosting services).
  • Legal Compliance: If required by law or in response to valid legal requests (e.g., subpoenas, court orders), we may disclose your information.
  • Business Transfers: In case of a business merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your data may be transferred as part of that transaction.

5. Security of Your Information

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our Website may use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies help us:

  • Recognize returning visitors
  • Analyze traffic and usage patterns
  • Store user preferences

You may control or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may impact certain Website functionalities.

7. Third-Party Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party sites. We do not control or endorse these sites, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

8. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access & Correction: Request access to the personal data we hold about you and correct inaccuracies.
  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time by using the “unsubscribe” link in our emails.
  • Data Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations requiring retention).

8.1 Opting Out of Text Messages

If you have opted in to receive text messages from us, you may opt out at any time by replying “STOP” to any message you receive. After opting out, you will no longer receive further messages, except for necessary service-related communications. Standard message and data rates may apply.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@authorsunite.com.

9. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify users of any significant changes by posting an updated version on our Website with a new “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Authors Unite (DBA Crushing, Inc.)
📧 Email: info@authorsunite.com
🌐 Website: https://authorsunite.com

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