Privacy Policy for ReadWithPride E-Book Marketplace

Effective Date: [01.01.2025]
Last Updated: [05.01.2026]

1. Introduction

Welcome to ReadWithPride.com (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We operate an inclusive e-book marketplace that celebrates diverse voices and stories. Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website, mobile applications, and services (collectively, the “Services”).

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information You Provide

Account Information: Name, email address, password, and optional demographic information (pronouns, reading preferences)
Purchase Information: Payment details (processed by secure third-party processors), billing address, purchase history
Profile Information: Reading lists, bookmarks, reviews, ratings, and reading progress
Communication: Messages with authors, support inquiries, and community forum participation
Content Uploads: User-generated content, including reviews and forum posts

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

Device Information: IP address, browser type, device type, operating system
Usage Data: Pages viewed, time spent, reading patterns, search queries, feature interactions
Cookies and Tracking Technologies: See Section 5 for details
Reading Analytics: Time spent reading, progress, annotations (with user consent)

2.3 Information from Third Parties

Social media platforms (if you connect your accounts)
Payment processors
Publishing partners
Analytics providers

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Provide, maintain, and improve our Services
Process transactions and deliver purchased content
Personalize your reading experience and recommendations
Communicate about updates, promotions (opt-in only), and important notices
Facilitate community features and author interactions
Ensure platform security and prevent fraud
Comply with legal obligations
Conduct research to improve inclusivity and representation in our catalog

4. How We Share Your Information

4.1 Limited Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We share information only in these circumstances:

With Authors/Publishers: Purchase information (without payment details) for royalty purposes
With Service Providers: Trusted partners who assist in operations (payment processing, hosting, analytics)
For Legal Compliance: When required by law or to protect rights and safety
With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to share

4.2 Anonymized/Aggregated Data

We may share aggregated, non-identifiable data about reading trends, genre popularity, and diversity metrics with researchers, publishers, and the public to advance our mission of promoting diverse literature.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use:

Essential Cookies: Required for basic functionality
Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand usage patterns (using privacy-focused tools)
Advertising Cookies: Limited, contextual advertising for books (opt-out available)

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling some cookies may affect functionality.

6. Data Retention and Security

6.1 Retention Period

We retain your information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law. You may request account deletion at any time.

6.2 Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures including encryption, secure servers, and regular security assessments. However, no electronic transmission is 100% secure.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

Access your personal information
Correct inaccurate data
Delete your information
Restrict or object to processing
Data portability
Opt out of marketing communications
Withdraw consent

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@readwithpride.com.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not directed to children under 13 (or 16 in some regions). We do not knowingly collect information from children. If we learn we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.

9. International Data Transfers

We are based in [Country] but may transfer and process data internationally. When we do, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

10. LGBTQ+ Specific Considerations

We recognize that privacy concerns may be heightened for LGBTQ+ users in certain regions or circumstances. We:

Allow pseudonymous accounts where legally permissible
Never require disclosure of sexual orientation or gender identity
Provide extra privacy controls for community participation
Offer secure, discreet billing options
Will challenge requests for user information that may endanger LGBTQ+ individuals

11. Third-Party Links and Services

Our Services may contain links to third-party sites. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.