1. Introduction

At ReviewYourNovel.com, we are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we collect, use, and share your information. This Privacy Policy explains our data practices when you visit our website, which provides reviews, guides, and information about web novels and digital fiction. By using our website, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide Directly

• Contact Information: When you email us through our contact links, we receive your email address and any information you choose to include in your message.
• Donation Information: If you support us through Ko-fi, that platform processes your payment information according to their own privacy policy.

Information Automatically Collected

• Device Information: We collect information about your device, including your IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
• Usage Information: We track how you interact with our website, including pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, and referral sources.
• Location Information: We may collect general location information based on your IP address to understand our audience demographics.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• Website Operation: To provide, maintain, and improve our website's functionality and user experience.
• Content Personalization: To understand which content is most popular and tailor our reviews and recommendations.
• Analytics: To analyze website traffic, user behavior, and demographics to improve our content and services.
• Advertising: To display relevant advertisements through our advertising partners.
• Communication: To respond to your emails and inquiries when you contact us.
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes.

4. Third-Party Services We Use

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics collects information such as how often users visit our site, what pages they visit, and what other sites they used before coming to our site. We use this information to improve our website and content. Google Analytics uses cookies and may collect your IP address, but no personally identifiable information is shared with us.

Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our website. Google AdSense uses cookies and other tracking technologies to serve ads based on your interests and previous visits to our site and other websites. These ads help support our website's operation and allow us to provide free content. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google's Ads Settings.

Ko-fi

We use Ko-fi to process donations from supporters. When you make a donation through Ko-fi, your payment information is processed according to Ko-fi's privacy policy and terms of service. We do not store or have access to your payment information.

Other Google Services

Our website may use additional Google APIs and services for functionality and optimization. These services may set their own cookies and collect data according to Google's privacy policies.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small data files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and serve personalized advertisements.

Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly. They enable basic features like page navigation and access to secure areas.
• Analytics Cookies: These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously through Google Analytics.
• Advertising Cookies: These cookies are used by Google AdSense and other advertising partners to serve relevant ads based on your browsing behavior and interests.
• Third-Party Cookies: Our website may contain cookies from third-party services like Google APIs, which are governed by their respective privacy policies.

Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies, delete existing cookies, or be notified when new cookies are placed. However, disabling cookies may affect your experience on our website and limit certain functionalities. You can also opt out of personalized advertising by visiting the Google Ads Settings or the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or lease your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: We share information with trusted third-party service providers (like Google Analytics and AdSense) who help us operate our website and provide services to you.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, regulation, or legal process, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of our website, users, or others.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred to the new entity.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

8. Your Rights and Choices

• Access and Correction: You can request access to the personal information we have about you and ask us to correct any inaccuracies.
• Opt-Out: You can opt out of receiving promotional communications from us and can disable cookies through your browser settings.
• Advertising Choices: You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google's Ads Settings or using browser extensions that block tracking.
• Data Deletion: You can request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal limitations.
• Do Not Track: Our website does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" signals from browsers, but you can control tracking through the methods mentioned above.

9. International Data Transfers

Our website may be accessed by users worldwide. When you use our website, your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own, including the United States where our hosting and analytics services are located. These countries may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.

10. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately so we can delete such information.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will post the updated policy on this page with the effective date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information. Your continued use of our website after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your rights regarding your personal information, or have concerns about our data practices, please contact us at: [email protected]

We will respond to your inquiries and requests in accordance with applicable data protection laws.