Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

Information You Provide Voluntarily

We collect information you choose to give us, such as when you:

• Sign up for a newsletter or mailing list
• Fill out a contact or inquiry form
• Enter a giveaway or contest
• Purchase books, merchandise, or other products through the Site

This may include your name, email address, mailing address, and any message content you provide.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Site, certain information is collected automatically, including:

• IP address and general geographic location
• Browser type and operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on the Site
• Referring URLs (the page you came from before visiting)
• Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)

This information is collected using cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 5).

Information from Third-Party Platforms

If you interact with the Site through a third-party platform (such as Instagram, Threads, or Amazon), those platforms may share limited information with us pursuant to their own privacy policies. We do not control those platforms.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Send newsletters, book announcements, cover reveals, and exclusive author updates (only if you have opted in)
• Respond to your questions and messages
• Process orders and fulfill purchases
• Improve the Site’s content and user experience
• Analyze traffic and understand how visitors use the Site
• Run promotions, giveaways, or special events
• Comply with legal obligations

We will never sell your personal information to third parties. We do not use your information for automated profiling or decision-making.

Email Communications & Newsletters

If you subscribe to the Kennedy J. Rhodes mailing list, you will receive emails about new releases, events, cover reveals, and other updates. You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any email, or by contacting us directly.

We use a third-party email service provider (such as Mailchimp, ConvertKit, or similar) to manage our mailing list. These providers have their own privacy policies and security practices. Your email address is shared with them solely for the purpose of delivering communications you have requested.

Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: Trusted third-party vendors (email platforms, website hosting, payment processors) who assist in operating the Site. They are contractually required to keep your information confidential.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or government authority, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Kennedy Rhodes, our users, or the public.
• Business Transfers: In the unlikely event of a sale or transfer of the business, your information may transfer as part of that transaction. You will be notified if such a change affects how your data is handled.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

The Site uses cookies — small text files stored on your device — to enhance your browsing experience and gather analytics data. Types of cookies we may use include:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the Site to function (e.g., remembering your shopping cart).
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use the Site (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences across visits.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the Site. For more information, visit allaboutcookies.org.

Third-Party Links

This Site may contain links to third-party websites, including Amazon (for book purchases), Goodreads, social media platforms, and other author resources. These sites have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of any site you visit through a link on this Site.

Children’s Privacy

This Site is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has submitted personal information to us, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.

Please note that some content on this Site — including certain books and promotional materials — may be intended for adult audiences due to mature themes. Reader discretion is advised.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law. For example:

• Newsletter subscriber information is retained until you unsubscribe.
• Contact form submissions may be retained for up to 2 years for customer service purposes.
• Purchase records may be retained for up to 7 years for accounting and legal compliance.

Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including:

• Access: Request a copy of the information we hold about you.
• Correction: Request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Deletion: Request that we delete your personal information (subject to certain legal exceptions).
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time.
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format.

California residents may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). Because we do not sell personal information, the right to opt-out of sale does not currently apply.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information in Section 12. We will respond within 30 days.

Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, and you submit information to us at your own risk.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we do, we will update the “Effective Date” at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please reach out:

We are committed to addressing your concerns and will respond to all legitimate privacy inquiries in a timely manner.