Privacy Policy

Last Updated: June 17, 2025

Eternal Tales Publishing ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal data when you visit our website www.nkvalebooks.com (the "Site") or use our freelance book publishing services (the "Services"). It also explains your rights under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018 (together, "Data Protection Laws").

Data Controller Eternal Tales Publishing
Personal Data We Collect a. Information You Provide Directly
- Contact details: name, email address, postal address, telephone number
- Account credentials: username, password
- Payment information: payment card details, billing address
- Manuscripts and related content: files, text, images
- Communications: inquiries, support requests, feedback b. Information Collected Automatically
- Technical data: IP address, browser type and version, device identifiers
- Usage data: pages visited, time and date stamps, referral URLs, interaction logs
- Cookies and tracking: see Section 7 below c. Third-Party Sources
- Payment processors, analytics providers, marketing partners
Purpose and Lawful Basis for Processing We process your personal data for the following purposes: a. To provide and manage Services
- Lawful basis: performance of a contract b. To process payments and prevent fraud
- Lawful basis: performance of a contract, legitimate interests c. To communicate with you
- Lawful basis: performance of a contract, consent d. To improve and personalize our Site and Services
- Lawful basis: legitimate interests e. To comply with legal obligations
- Lawful basis: compliance with a legal obligation
Sharing Your Personal Data We may share personal data with: a. Service providers: payment processors, hosting providers, IT support b. Third-party partners: marketing and analytics providers c. Legal and regulatory authorities: when required by law or to protect rights d. Business transfers: in connection with mergers, acquisitions, or sales (with notice)
International Data Transfers Your data may be transferred outside the UK. We ensure adequate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or transfers to countries with an adequacy decision by the UK Government.
Data Retention We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes set out in this Policy, and in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings or our cookie banner.
Your Rights Under Data Protection Laws You have the right to: a. Access: request a copy of your personal data b. Rectification: correct inaccurate or incomplete data c. Erasure: request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten") d. Restriction: limit processing of your data e. Portability: receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format f. Objection: object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing g. Withdraw Consent: where processing is based on consent
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at nkvalebooks@gmail.com. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling your request.
Security Measures We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or destruction.
Children's Privacy Our Site and Services are not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from children.
Changes to this Privacy Policy We may update this Policy from time to time. We will post the revised Policy on the Site with an updated "Last Updated" date.
Complaints If you have any concerns about our use of your personal data, please contact us. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).