Privacy Policy

NewSky Publishing ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains in detail how we collect, use, store, disclose, and safeguard your information when you access our website, submit content, engage with our publishing services, or interact with us in any manner.

By using our website or services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information necessary to operate our publishing business, provide services, and comply with legal obligations. This may include:

a. Personal Information
Full name, email address, phone number, mailing address, billing information, and any information you voluntarily provide through forms, inquiries, purchases, or communications.

b. Author & Publishing Information
Manuscripts, drafts, outlines, creative works, author biographies, publishing submissions, and related intellectual property provided to us for review, editing, or publication.

c. Account Information
Login credentials, user preferences, order history, and account-related activity.

d. Payment Information
Payment details processed securely through third-party payment processors (such as Stripe or PayPal). We do not store complete credit card or banking information on our servers.

e. Technical Data
IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, access times, pages viewed, and interaction data for analytics and security purposes.

f. Cookies & Tracking Data
Cookies, tracking pixels, and similar technologies used to enhance functionality, measure performance, and support marketing efforts.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used to support our operations and provide services, including but not limited to:

• Delivering publishing, editorial, and related services
• Evaluating and processing manuscript submissions
• Communicating with authors, clients, and customers
• Processing payments and fulfilling transactions
• Delivering digital and physical products
• Improving website performance and user experience
• Sending administrative notices, updates, and marketing communications
• Maintaining security and preventing fraud or misuse
• Complying with applicable laws and enforcing our policies

3. Legal Basis for Processing

Where applicable, we process personal data under the following legal bases:

• Performance of a contract or pre-contractual obligations
• Legitimate business interests, including improving services and security
• User consent, where required
• Compliance with legal or regulatory obligations

4. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We may share your information in limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: Trusted third parties that assist with payment processing, hosting, analytics, and operations
• Publishing & Distribution Partners: Platforms and partners involved in the distribution or sale of published works
• Legal Authorities: When required to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, restructuring, or sale of assets

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

5. Intellectual Property & Submission Confidentiality

We take reasonable measures to protect submitted materials; however, submission of content does not establish a confidential, fiduciary, or contractual relationship unless expressly agreed in writing. We are not responsible for similarities between submitted works and other materials we may develop or receive.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill business purposes, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Retention periods may vary depending on the nature of the data and legal requirements.

7. Data Security

We implement commercially reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no system can guarantee complete security, and we cannot ensure absolute protection against unauthorized access or breaches.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights including:

• Accessing the personal data we hold about you
• Requesting correction or deletion of your data
• Objecting to or restricting processing
• Withdrawing consent where applicable
• Requesting data portability

9. California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

California residents have the right to request access to collected personal data, request deletion, and opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.

10. GDPR Compliance (EU Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area, you have additional rights under the GDPR, including access, correction, erasure, restriction, and the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

11. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze traffic, and support marketing. You may manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

12. Third-Party Links

Our website may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, policies, or content of external sites.

13. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

14. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other jurisdictions where data protection laws may differ from those in your country.

15. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, NewSky Publishing shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from unauthorized access, data breaches, or misuse of information.

16. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

17. Contact Information

NewSky Publishing
Email: info@newskypublishing.com

Rev. 4/6/2026