Privacy Policy

debraeliseauthor.com & heaproductionsllc.com

Effective Date: September 12, 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how debraeliseauthor.com ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects information about visitors to our website (the "Site"). By using the Site, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with these practices, please do not use the Site.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you visit or interact with our Site:

• Personal information you provide directly, such as your name and email address, when you fill out a contact form, subscribe to a newsletter, or otherwise reach out to us.

• Technical information collected automatically, such as your IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, and general location.

• Payment information, such as billing details, if you make a purchase through the Site (for example, buying a book directly). Payment card details are processed securely by our third-party payment processor and are not stored on our servers.

• Usage data, such as pages visited, time spent on the Site, links clicked, and referring websites, collected through cookies and analytics tools.

2. How We Collect Information

We collect information through the following methods:

• Contact and subscription forms. Information you voluntarily submit, such as your name and email address, when contacting us or signing up for updates.

• Cookies and similar technologies. Small data files stored on your device that help the Site function properly, remember your preferences, and understand how visitors use the Site. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings, though some Site features may not work properly without them.

• Analytics tools. Services such as Google Analytics (or similar tools) that help us understand visitor traffic and behavior on the Site. These tools may use their own cookies and collect data in accordance with their own privacy policies.

• Payment processors. If you make a purchase through the Site, our payment processor collects payment details directly from you to complete the transaction.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to your inquiries, comments, and requests submitted through contact forms.

• Send newsletters, book updates, or promotional communications, where you have opted in to receive them via Flodesk.

• Process purchases and transactions made through the Site.

• Operate, maintain, and improve the Site, including monitoring usage trends and troubleshooting technical issues.

• Comply with legal obligations and protect against fraud or misuse of the Site.

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share information with:

• Service providers who help us operate the Site, such as web hosting companies, email marketing platforms-Flodesk, analytics providers, and payment processors. These providers only access the information necessary to perform their services and are required to protect it.

• Legal authorities, if required by law, court order, or governmental regulation, or to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our visitors.

4. How We Protect Your Information

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect the information we collect from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. This includes using secure connections (SSL/TLS) on our Site and relying on reputable third-party providers for payment processing so that sensitive payment details are not stored directly on our servers. However, no method of transmission or storage over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you.

• Correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.

• Request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.

• Opt out of marketing emails at any time by using the unsubscribe link included in those emails.

• Disable cookies through your browser settings, as described above.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@debraeliseauthor.com. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe.

6. Children's Privacy

Our Site is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete it.

7. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, such as retailers where our books are sold or social media platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review these privacy policies before providing any personal information.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal or operational reasons. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:

debraeliseauthor.com

Email: info@debraeliseauthor.com