Privacy Policy

Darren Keith Russell Publishing
Effective Date: 10 February 2026

Darren Keith Russell Publishing (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting any personal information you may provide while using our website. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our author website.

By using this website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal and non-personal information in the following ways:

A. Personal Information

You may voluntarily provide personal information, including but not limited to:

Full name

Email address

Mailing address (if applicable for orders or shipping)

Payment details (processed securely through third-party payment providers)

Any message content submitted through contact forms
 

B. Non-Personal Information

We may automatically collect information such as:

IP address

Browser type

Device type

Pages visited

Time spent on pages

Referring website links

General usage statistics 

This data is used to improve website performance and user experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect to:

Respond to inquiries and messages

Provide newsletters or updates (if subscribed)

Process orders and payments (if applicable)

Improve website content and performance

Send promotional or marketing communications (only if you opt-in)

Maintain website security and prevent fraud
 

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the website and allow us to improve functionality.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect certain features of the website.

4. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services to operate our website and provide services, including but not limited to:

Website hosting providers

Email marketing services (e.g., newsletter tools)

Analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics)

Payment processors (e.g., PayPal, Stripe, etc.)

These third parties may collect and process data in accordance with their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review their policies separately.

5. Payment Information

If you purchase a product or service through our website, payment information is processed securely through third-party payment providers. We do not store or have direct access to your full credit card or payment details.

6. Email Communications

If you subscribe to our mailing list, we may send you updates such as:

Book announcements 

New releases

Promotions or special offers

Author news and events

You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link included in any email.

7. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

We may share your information only under the following circumstances:

With trusted service providers who assist in operating the website

To comply with legal obligations or lawful requests

To protect the rights, safety, or security of our website, users, or others

In the event of a business transfer, merger, or acquisition (if applicable)
 

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of data transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Children’s Privacy

This website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact us immediately so we can remove it.

10. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal data, including the right to:

Request access to your personal information 

Request correction of inaccurate data

Request deletion of your personal data

Withdraw consent for marketing communications

To request changes or deletion, please contact us using the information below.

11. Links to External Websites

Our website may contain links to external websites such as retailers, social media platforms, or third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

12. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with the revised effective date. Continued use of the website after updates means you accept the revised policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us.