Effective Date: March 24, 2026

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a. Personal Information

Information you voluntarily provide, including:

• Name

• Email address

• Any information you submit through forms (such as newsletter signups or contact forms)

b. Non-Personal Information

Information collected automatically, such as:

• Browser type

• IP address

• Device information

• Pages visited and time spent on the Website

This information helps us understand how visitors use the Website.

2. How We Collect Information

We collect information in the following ways:

• When you fill out forms (such as email signup forms)

• When you contact us directly

• Through cookies and similar tracking technologies

• Through analytics tools provided by Wix or third-party services

3. Why We Collect Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and improve our Website

• Send newsletters, updates, and promotional content related to Mason’s Lake and future books

• Respond to inquiries or messages

• Understand how visitors interact with the Website

• Maintain the security and functionality of the Website

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share information with trusted third parties only when necessary, including:

• Website hosting services (such as Wix)

• Email marketing providers

• Analytics services

These third parties are required to keep your information secure and use it only for the services they provide.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

This Website uses cookies to:

• Enhance user experience

• Analyze Website traffic

• Remember user preferences

You can modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer.

6. Your Rights and Choices

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

• Access the personal data we hold about you

• Request correction or deletion of your data

• Withdraw consent for email communications

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:
[cheriquirk@gmail.com]

You may unsubscribe from emails at any time using the link included in each message.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information using appropriate technical and organizational safeguards. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

8. Children’s Privacy

This Website is not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that such data has been collected, we will take steps to delete it.

9. Third-Party Links

This Website may contain links to third-party websites (such as book retailers). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those external sites.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

11. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Cheri Quirk
Email: cheriquirk@gmail.com
Website: https://www.cheriquirkauthor.com

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By using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.