Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

Welcome to the A.L. Hampton author website. Your privacy matters to us, and we're committed to protecting your personal information. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our website.

What Information We Collect

Information You Give Us:

Name and email address when you subscribe to our newsletter
Contact details when you reach out through our contact forms
Purchase information when you buy books or merchandise
Comments and feedback you share with us

Information We Collect Automatically:

Your browser type and device information
IP address and general location
Pages you visit and how long you stay
How you found our website
Cookies and similar tracking technologies

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Send you updates about new book releases and author news
Process and fulfill your book orders
Respond to your questions and messages
Improve our website experience
Understand how visitors use our site
Comply with legal requirements

How We Share Your Information

We don't sell or rent your personal information to anyone. We may share your information only in these limited situations:

With trusted service providers who help us run our website (like email services and payment processors)
When required by law or to protect our legal rights
With your explicit permission

Your Data Protection Rights

You have the right to:

Know what personal information we have about you
Request corrections to inaccurate information
Ask us to delete your personal information
Unsubscribe from our communications at any time
Request a copy of your data in a readable format

Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience and understand how our site is used. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not work properly.

Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other sites, including social media platforms and book retailers. We're not responsible for the privacy practices of these external websites.

Newsletter and Marketing

If you subscribe to our newsletter, we'll send you updates about new releases, book news, and exclusive content. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email or by contacting us directly.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

International Users

If you're visiting from outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States, where our servers are located.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we do, we'll post the updated policy on this page and update the effective date.

If you have questions about this privacy policy or how we handle your information, please contact us at:

Email: authoralhampton@gmail.com Website: authoralhampton.com

We'll respond to your inquiry within a reasonable time frame.

Last updated: August 10, 2025