“SV Publication values user privacy and the relationship we have with them. This Privacy Policy outlines how we handle information collected on our Sites, including websites, applications, and online services that link to this Policy. This also includes websites and services operated for our authors.”

Privacy Policy Changes:

Our Privacy Policy may be updated as our Sites evolve. We value your privacy and won’t reduce protection for previously collected personal information without your consent.

By using our Sites, you accept the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you disagree, please refrain from using the Sites. We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy without notice. All changes take effect after 24 hours of posting, and your continued use of the Sites after changes signifies your acceptance.

This policy applies to information you provide or collected through your usage of the Sites (see Terms of Use) and doesn’t extend to information obtained through other channels like phone, postal service, book exhibitions, or promotional events.”

The Information we collect:

We collect two basic types of information from you in conjunction with your use of the Sites:

• Personal information, which is any information that exclusively identifies you (e.g., your name, email address, telephone number, postal address, credit card information amongst others) and
• Non-personal information, which is information that does not exclusively identify you but is related to you nonetheless such as, information about your interests, demographics (e.g., age, gender, 5-digit zip code) and use of the Sites. We collect this information in the following ways:

We may collect different types of information from you, both directly and automatically, when you interact with the Sites or receive emails from us.

Directly Provided Information:

We ask for your personal information, demographic details, preferences, or interests when you:

• Register for an account.
• Sign up for email newsletters.
• Make a purchase.
• Enter contests or sweepstakes.
• Participate in surveys or special promotions.
• Engage with our social media accounts related to authors, books, or brands.
• Join communities or forums on the Sites.
• Submit user-generated content on applicable parts of the Sites.
• Voluntarily provide information through other sections (e.g., customer service requests, job applications).

Information Collected Automatically:

In addition to the data you provide, we and our third-party service providers use various technologies to automatically collect non-personal information when you interact with the Sites or receive emails, including:

• Device Information: Details about your computer or device, such as IP address, geolocation, unique identifiers, browser type, language, and transactional information.
• Usage Information: Logs of your activity on the Sites (e.g., log files, clickstream data, pages viewed, search terms, search results) and additional “traffic data” (e.g., access times, referring website addresses, software crash reports, session identification number).
• Location Information: Some applications may deliver content based on your enabled location feature. If used, your location will be stored on your device or our servers, based on your choice. However, we won’t collect or store location data without your consent or if the app lacks this feature.
• Cookies, Flash Cookies, and Web Beacons: Like many websites, we use these technologies to remember your preferences, track site usage, and facilitate payment transactions. Most web browsers accept cookies by default, but you can modify settings to decline them. Note that this may limit your site access.

Use of Your Personal Information:

Contact: We may use your information to confirm purchases or for promotional purposes.

Respond: Information helps us address your requests, confirm event registrations, and respond to questions.

Improve: Your information aids in enhancing our products, services, and customizing your experience.

Analyze Trends: We use information to understand site trends and customer interests, improving our website and products.

Security: Information is used to protect our company, customers, and websites.

Marketing: We may send special promotions, offers, and updates about products, including third-party offers.

Transactional Communications: Emails or SMS may be sent regarding account and ticket purchases as permitted by law.

Sharing Information with Third Parties:

Services: Information may be shared with vendors managing online registration, payment, or transactional messages.

Event Organizers: We share information with event organizers and parties responsible for purchase fulfillment, following their privacy policies.

Business Partners: Information may be shared with partners sponsoring events or operating venues, as described in their privacy policies.

Legal Compliance: Information may be shared to comply with the law, respond to court orders, or investigate potential fraud.

Business Succession: In business transactions, customer lists may be shared as part of the transfer.

Unspecified Sharing: We will inform you before sharing your information for other reasons.

Email Opt-Out: You can opt out of receiving marketing emails, but transactional messages about purchases will continue.

Third-Party Sites:  Our policy does not apply to the privacy practices of third-party websites linked on our site. Please review their privacy policies.

Privacy Policy Changes:  We will notify you of material changes to this policy as required by law and post updates on our website. Check our site periodically for updates.

Jurisdiction: Your visit and disputes over privacy are subject to this Policy and the website’s terms of use, governed by Indian laws.