Last updated: [2025-08-05]
This Privacy Policy explains how personal data is collected, used, and protected on this website. By accessing or using this website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1. Who We Are
This website is operated by Arion Huber, an independent author and publisher of erotic and psychological fiction.
Our website address is: [Insert your domain name]
We are based in Canada and serve readers worldwide.
2. What Personal Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following personal data:
- Email address (when you voluntarily subscribe to our newsletter)
- Name (if you provide it when submitting a form)
- Message content (when you contact us directly)
- Technical data (e.g., browser type, IP address, analytics data, and usage patterns)
We do not collect sensitive personal information.
3. How We Collect It
Your data is collected through Hostinger, which is the current hosting company, Mail Poet, which is the current newsletter management company, and Google Analytics, which is the analytics provider, and such other future service providers, only when:
- You subscribe to our newsletter
- You send us a message through a contact form
- You interact with our website (basic analytics or cookie data and other technical means as necessary)
- Signing up for our newsletter.
Analytics
We use Google Analytics to collect information about how visitors use our website. Google Analytics collects data such as your IP address, browser type, referring website, and pages visited. This information is used to analyze site performance and improve our content. Google may use cookies to process this data. You can opt out by using the Google Analytics opt‑out browser add‑on.
Email Newsletter
When you subscribe to our email newsletter, we collect your email address (and optional name) for the purpose of sending you updates, news, and exclusive content. We use MailPoet to manage subscriptions and send emails. Your data is stored securely and will never be sold or shared with third parties. You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any email.
4. How We Use Your Information
Your information is used only for the following purposes:
- To send you newsletters or updates you have explicitly opted into
- To respond to messages or inquiries
- To analyze traffic patterns and improve user experience
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data.
5. Where and How Your Data is Stored
All personal data (such as your email address) is securely stored and processed via third-party email marketing platforms (such as MailerLite, ConvertKit, or similar), which are:
- GDPR-compliant
- PIPEDA-compliant
- CAN-SPAM and PECR-compliant
- Insured and operated with industry-standard security protocols
We store newsletter subscriber information (such as your email address and optional name) securely in our website’s database, hosted by Hostinger, and managed through the MailPoet plugin. We also store analytics data through Google Analytics, which is processed and stored on Google’s servers. We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
6. Legal Bases for Processing
We process your data under the following legal grounds:
- Consent (you explicitly opt in to our newsletter)
- Legitimate interest (to maintain basic website functionality and communicate with subscribers)
For users in the European Union, this complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request the deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority
To contact us, please use the contact form provided on this website by clicking this link.
We will process your request within 30 days.
8. Cookies and Analytics
This website may use cookies to enhance site functionality and measure engagement (e.g., page views).
You may disable cookies at any time via your browser settings.
We do not use cookies for advertising, remarketing, or profiling. Cookies on this site are used only for essential website functionality and for collecting anonymous usage statistics through Google Analytics. This data is aggregated and not used to identify individual visitors.
9. External Links
This site may link to third-party services (e.g., Amazon, Patreon, Itch.io).
We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of external sites.
10. Data Retention
We retain your data only as long as necessary:
- For newsletter subscribers, your data remains in our mailing system until you unsubscribe or request deletion
- For contact inquiries, data may be retained for reference or support unless otherwise requested
11. Children’s Privacy
This website is intended for users 18 years of age or older.
We do not knowingly collect or store information from individuals under the age of 18.
12. Policy Changes
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time.
The updated version will be posted on this page with the new “Last updated” date.
13. Contact
If you have any questions about this policy or your data, please do not hesitate to contact us by clicking this link.