Privacy Policy
Sovereign Acres Publishing
Effective Date: June 30, 2025
We value your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how Sovereign Acres Publishing (“we,” “our,” “us”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects your personal information when you visit sovereignacrespublishing.com (the “Site”) or use our services.
By using this Site, you consent to the collection and use of your personal information as outlined in this Policy.
What Information We Collect
We may collect personal information in the following ways:
Information You Provide Voluntarily
When you:
* Apply to be a co-author or solo author
* Purchase services, packages, or products
* Subscribe to our mailing list
* Fill out a contact form or send us a message
You may be asked to provide:
* Full name
* Email address
* Phone number
* Mailing address
* Payment details (processed via secure third-party gateways)
* Biographical information or story content (if submitting a manuscript or application)
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect:
* IP address
* Device type and browser
* Geographic location (approximate)
* Pages visited and time spent on site
* Referring URL
* Cookie data (see [Cookie Policy](#))
This data helps us improve the performance and usability of our Site.
How We Use Your Information
We collect and use your information to:
* Process applications and purchases
* Provide publishing-related services
* Communicate with you about your book, project, or order
* Send newsletters or marketing updates (with your consent)
* Improve our website, offerings, and user experience
* Comply with legal obligations
How We Share Your Information:
We do **not** sell, rent, or trade your personal data. We may share information with:
Third-party service providers (e.g., payment processors, email platforms, contractors, web hosts) under strict confidentiality agreements
Government authorities, only when required by law or court order
Collaborators on a specific project, with your permission (e.g. group book projects)
Any data shared with third parties will only be used to perform services on our behalf and is subject to data protection agreements.
Your Rights:
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
* Access your personal data
* Correct or update information
* Request deletion of your information
* Withdraw consent to email communications
* File a complaint with a privacy regulator
To exercise your rights, email: [email protected]
How We Protect Your Information:
We take appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. This includes:
* SSL encryption
* Secure password protocols
* Limited employee access to sensitive data
However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. You assume some risk when providing data online.
Data Retention
We retain your data only as long as necessary:
* To provide services
* For legal, accounting, or reporting purposes
* Or until you request deletion (unless legally restricted)
Children’s Privacy
This Site is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe we have collected data from a minor, please contact us immediately.
International Users
If you access this Site from outside Canada, your data may be transferred to and processed in Canada or the U.S. By using this Site, you consent to the transfer of your data to countries that may have different data protection laws than your own.
Third-Party Links
Our Site may link to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third-party sites.
Changes to This Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted here with a revised “Effective Date.” Your continued use of the Site after changes indicates your acceptance of the updated terms.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:
Sovereign Acres Publishing Inc.
Email: [email protected]
Alberta, Canada
