Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 15th September 2025


This Privacy Policy explains how Chris & Rebecca Shaw (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website, purchase books, or interact with us online. By using our website or making a purchase, you agree to the terms outlined below.


1. Information We Collect


When you visit our website or purchase a book, we may collect the following information:


  • Personal Information: Name, email address, shipping address, and payment details.
  • Order Information: Details about the books you purchase.
  • Technical Information: IP address, browser type, and device information (collected automatically through cookies and analytics tools).
  • Communication Preferences: Your choices about receiving updates, newsletters, or promotional offers.



2. How We Use Your Information


We use the information we collect for purposes such as:


  • Processing and fulfilling book orders.
  • Communicating with you about your purchases.
  • Sending newsletters, updates, or special offers (if you opt in).
  • Improving our website, products, and customer experience.
  • Complying with legal and tax obligations.



3. Sharing Your Information


We respect your privacy and do not sell your personal information. However, we may share your information with:


  • Payment Processors (e.g., PayPal, Stripe) to process secure payments.
  • Shipping Providers to deliver your orders.
  • Service Providers who help us operate our website, marketing, or analytics.
  • Legal Authorities if required by law or to protect our rights.



4. Cookies and Tracking


Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience, remember your preferences, and analyse site traffic. You can adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies at any time.



5. Data Security


We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.



6. Your Rights


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


  • Access the personal data we hold about you.
  • Request corrections or updates to your information.
  • Request deletion of your personal data.
  • Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time.


To exercise these rights, please contact us at the email below.


7. Children’s Privacy


Our website and services are intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16.


8. Changes to This Policy


We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a new “Effective Date.”


9. Contact Us


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


Chris & Rebecca Shaw

📧 Email: cjrcshaw@bigpond.com

🌐 Website: www.chrisshawauthor.net