Privacy policy
Effective Date: July 8, 2026
1. Introduction Welcome to C Jolene | YA Fantasy Author. This privacy policy governs the website operated by Salt & Script LLC ("we," "us," or "our"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal data you share with us. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website or sign up for our newsletter list.
2. Information We Collect We only collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you sign up for our newsletter or download a digital file. This includes:
First Name
Email Address
Anonymous traffic data collected automatically via Squarespace Analytics and cookies (such as browser type, device type, and pages viewed).
3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR) If you are located in the European Union (EU), our legal basis for collecting and using your personal data is Consent. By entering your information to receive a newsletter or free story, you give us explicit permission to send you marketing and update emails.
4. How We Use Your Information We use your data strictly to send you newsletter updates, book release announcements, and digital files via BookFunnel. We do not sell, rent, or share your email address with third-party advertisers.
5. Third-Party Services We utilize trusted third-party services to keep our platform running smoothly. Your data is processed by:
MailerLite: To securely manage our email marketing database and send automated emails.
Squarespace: Our website hosting provider, which processes background metrics and implements Invisible reCAPTCHA to prevent spam.
BookFunnel: To deliver digital book files to your reading devices.
6. Your Rights (CalOPPA & GDPR Compliance) You have full control over your personal data. At any point, you have the right to:
Access the personal data we hold about you.
Request that your data be corrected, updated, or completely erased from our systems (the "Right to be Forgotten").
Opt-out of future emails instantly by clicking the "Unsubscribe" link at the bottom of any email we send.
Do Not Track Signals: Our website layout operates via Squarespace defaults and does not alter tracking practices in response to standard browser Do Not Track (DNT) signals.
7. Children's Privacy (COPPA) Our website and newsletter are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If we discover a subscriber under 13 has joined our list, we will immediately delete their data.
8. Contact Us For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, you can reach out to us at:
Email: contact [at] cjoleneauthor [dot] com
Mailing Address: Salt & Script LLC, 30 N Gould St # 36167, Sheridan, WY 82801