Privacy Policy for
Audacious Books
Last Updated: 28th May 2026
Audacious
Books (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring
that your personal information is handled with care, transparency, and respect.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your
information when you visit our website, purchase our books, submit manuscripts,
or engage with our services.
By using
our website or submitting information to us, you agree to the practices
described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We
collect information to provide you with a smooth, personalised, and secure
experience. This includes:
1.1 Personal Information You Provide
- Name
- Email
address
- Phone
number
- Billing
and shipping address
- Payment
details (processed securely through third‑party providers; we do not store
card numbers)
- Manuscript
submissions and related documents
- Account
login details (if you create an account)
1.2 Information that is Automatically Collected
When you
browse our website, we may automatically collect:
- Your
IP address
- Your
browser type and device information
- The
pages you have visited and the time you have spent there
- Cookies
and similar tracking technologies
1.3 Information from Third Parties
We may
receive information from:
- Payment
processors
- Email
marketing platforms
- Analytics
tools
2. How We Use Your Information
We use
your information to:
- Process
and deliver book orders
- Communicate
with you about purchases, updates, and support
- Manage
manuscript submissions and author communication
- Improve
our website, products, and user experience
- Send
newsletters, promotions, and updates (only with your consent)
- Maintain
security and prevent fraud
- Comply
with legal obligations
We respect
your privacy and do not sell share your personal information with third
parties. All your information is held securely and in strict confidence.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use
cookies to:
- Improve
the performance of our site
- Remember
your preferences
- Analyse
website traffic
- Personalise
your browsing experience
You can
adjust your browser settings to choose your cookie preferences and to refuse
cookies altogether, though some of our website features may not function fully.
4. How We Share Your Information
We may
share your information with trusted third parties who help us operate our
business, including:
- Payment
processors
- Shipping
and delivery partners
- Email
and marketing service providers
- Website
hosting and analytics tools
- Professional
advisors (legal, financial, compliance)
These
partners are required to protect your information and use it only for the
services they provide to us.
We may
also share information when required by law, regulation, or court order.
5. Data Storage and Security
We take
data protection seriously. Your information is stored securely using industry‑standard
safeguards to prevent:
- Loss
- Misuse
- Unauthorised
access
- Disclosure
- Alteration
While no
system is 100% secure, we continuously update our practices to protect your
data.
6. Your Rights
Depending
on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access
the personal information we hold about you
- Request
corrections or updates
- Request
deletion of your data
- Withdraw
consent for marketing communications
- Request
a copy of your data
- Restrict
or object to certain processing activities
To
exercise any of these rights, contact customer support or email us at privacy@audaciousbooks.com
7. Email Communication and Marketing
You will
only receive marketing emails if you opt in. You may unsubscribe at any time by
clicking the link in our emails or contacting us directly.
Transactional
emails (order confirmations, shipping updates, submission acknowledgements) are
sent automatically, and you cannot unsubscribe from them.
8. Manuscript Submissions
When you
submit a manuscript or proposal:
- Your
work remains your intellectual property.
- We
store your submission securely.
- We
use your information only for evaluation and communication.
- We
do not share your manuscript with third parties without your permission.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If we learn that we have collected such data, we will delete it promptly.
10. International Data Transfer
If you
are accessing our website from outside Uganda, your information may be
transferred to servers located in other countries. We ensure that such
transfers comply with applicable data protection laws.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may
update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Last Updated” date will
reflect the most recent revision. Continued use of our website indicates
acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Us
If you
have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please
contact us at:
Audacious Books
Email: privacy@audaciousbooks.com
Phone: +256755185149 or +256778551505
Address: No. 2, Valley Road, Najjera, Wakiso, Uganda