Privacy Policy
Last updated: November 2025
At Profound Publishers, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our publishing platform and services.
By accessing or using Profound Publishers, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms, please do not access or use our services.
1. Information We Collect
Personal Information
When you create an account or use our services, we may collect:
- Name, email address, and contact information
- Billing and payment information
- Author biography and professional background
- Manuscript files and book content
- Communication preferences
Usage Information
We automatically collect information about your interaction with our platform:
- IP address and device information
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited and time spent on our platform
- Platform usage patterns and preferences
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:
- Providing and maintaining our publishing services
- Processing your book publishing requests
- Managing your account and customer support
- Processing payments and transactions
- Sending important updates about your publishing journey
- Improving our platform and user experience
- Complying with legal obligations
3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors who help us operate our platform and provide services (payment processors, printing partners, distribution networks)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental regulations
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
- With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share specific information
4. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- SSL encryption for data transmission
- Secure servers with restricted access
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Employee training on data protection
Note: While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
- Objection: Object to certain processing activities
- Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw previously given consent
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our platform. Cookies help us:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Analyze platform usage and performance
- Provide personalized content and recommendations
- Improve our services and user experience
You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our platform.
7. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. These countries may have different data protection laws. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information during international transfers.
8. Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@ProfoundPublishers.com
- Phone: +1 (561) 810-3364
- Address: 1500 Gateway Blvd STE 220, Boynton Beach, FL 33426, USA