Privacy Policy

Effective Date: April 1, 2026

The Blk Shelf (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or interact with our services.

By using our website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We may collect the following types of information:

A. Personal Information

Information you voluntarily provide, including:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Author details (bio, book information, links, images)
  • Any information submitted through forms

B. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our site, we may collect:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device information
  • Pages visited and time spent on the site

C. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Improve user experience
  • Analyze website traffic
  • Track engagement and performance

You can disable cookies through your browser settings.

2. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use collected information to:

  • Review and manage author submissions
  • Display and promote approved listings
  • Communicate with you (including updates, approvals, or inquiries)
  • Send newsletters or marketing emails (if you opt in)
  • Improve website functionality and user experience
  • Monitor site performance and analytics

3. EMAIL COMMUNICATIONS

If you subscribe to our mailing list:

  • You may receive updates, promotions, and platform-related content
  • You can unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in emails

We do not send spam and aim to provide relevant, value-driven communication.

4. HOW WE SHARE INFORMATION

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share information in the following situations:

  • With service providers (e.g., email platforms, website hosting, analytics tools)
  • To comply with legal obligations
  • To protect the rights, safety, and integrity of our platform

5. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

Our website may include links to third-party websites (such as online bookstores or author websites). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.

We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any information.

6. DATA SECURITY

We implement reasonable safeguards to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

By using our site, you acknowledge and accept this risk.

7. YOUR RIGHTS AND CHOICES

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

  • Access the personal information we hold about you
  • Request corrections or updates
  • Request deletion of your information
  • Opt out of marketing communications

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.

8. DATA RETENTION

We retain your information only as long as necessary to:

  • Fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy
  • Maintain your listing (if applicable)
  • Comply with legal obligations

You may request removal of your information at any time.

9. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

The Blk Shelf is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

If we become aware of such data, we will take steps to delete it.

10. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Continued use of the site constitutes acceptance of any changes.

11. CONTACT US

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

The Blk Shelf
theblkshelfbooks@gmail.com
https://theblkshelf.com