Privacy Policy

At Peculiar Books (“we,” “us,” or “our”), we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you visit our website, peculiarbooks.us (the “Site”), purchase our children’s books, or engage with our educational resources. This policy applies to all users, including parents and guardians of children ages 6–8 who use our Site.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide and improve our services, including the sale of bilingual (English-Spanish) children’s books and related resources. We collect:

Personal Information: When you make a purchase, sign up for our newsletter, or contact us, we may collect your name, email address, billing/shipping address, and payment details (processed securely by third-party providers).
Usage Data: We collect non-identifying data about your interactions with the Site, such as pages visited, time spent, and referral sources, using tools like cookies and Google Analytics.
Children’s Information: We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent, in compliance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). Parents may provide information on behalf of their children for purchases or educational resources.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Process and fulfill book orders, including shipping and payment processing.
Send promotional emails (e.g., new book releases, free worksheets) if you opt in to our newsletter.
Improve the Site’s functionality and user experience based on usage data.
Respond to inquiries and provide customer support.
Comply with legal obligations, such as tax reporting.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share data with:

Service Providers: Third parties like payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal), shipping companies, and analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics) to operate the Site and fulfill orders. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements.
Legal Compliance: Authorities if required by law or to protect our rights (e.g., fraud prevention).
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred with prior notice.

4. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to enhance your experience, such as remembering your cart or analyzing Site traffic. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. For details, see our Cookie Policy (available upon request).

5. Your Choices and Rights

Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails using the “unsubscribe” link in our emails.
Access and Update: Request access, correction, or deletion of your personal data by contacting us at [Your Email Address].
California Residents: Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), you may request details about your data or opt out of data sales (we do not sell data).
EU Residents: Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have rights to access, rectify, or erase your data, or restrict processing.

6. Data Security

We use industry-standard measures (e.g., SSL encryption) to protect your data. However, no online platform is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. Please notify us immediately of any suspected breaches.

7. Third-Party Links

The Site may link to third-party websites (e.g., Amazon for book sales). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Review their policies before providing information.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is designed for parents and guardians purchasing books for children ages 6–8. We comply with COPPA and do not collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent. Contact us if you believe we have inadvertently collected such data.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you by posting the updated policy on the Site with a new “Last Updated” date. Check this page periodically.

10. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:
Peculiar Books
admin@peculiarbooks.us

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of Indiana and complies with applicable U.S. federal and state regulations.