Effective date: 01.09.2025

This Privacy Policy explains how Col O. Broox (“we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, and protects the personal information of users who visit our website [https://colobrooxauthor.com/] and use our services. By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

Website Owner / Data Controller:

• Name: Dr. Fazekas Ilona
• Address: 4032. Debrecen, Akadémia u. 1-3.
• Email: info@colobrooxauthor.com
• Phone: +36305348386

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you interact with our website, including:

1. Newsletter Subscription:
   • Name, Email address
   • Purpose: Sending newsletters, updates, promotional content
2. Contact Form:
   • Name, Email address, Message content
   • Purpose: Responding to inquiries or requests
3. Cookies and Analytics:
   • Browser information, IP address, pages visited, time spent on site
   • Purpose: Website functionality, performance monitoring, analytics
   • Tools: Mailchimp, Google Analytics
4. External Links:
   • Clicking on Amazon, Goodreads, TikTok, or Instagram icons
   • Note: We do not control these third-party sites’ privacy practices

We do not collect payment information on our website; purchases are made through Amazon, which handles its own data processing.

2. How We Use Your Information

• To send newsletters and updates to users who subscribe
• To respond to messages sent via the contact form
• To improve website functionality and user experience
• To comply with legal obligations

3. Legal Basis for Processing (EU/GDPR)

We rely on the following legal bases under GDPR:

• Consent – for newsletter subscriptions and contact form messages
• Legitimate interest – for website analytics and performance monitoring
• Legal obligation – to comply with applicable laws

4. Your Rights (EU Residents)

If you are an EU resident, you have the following rights:

1. Right to access your personal data
2. Right to correct or update your data
3. Right to request deletion of your data (“Right to be forgotten”)
4. Right to restrict data processing
5. Right to data portability
6. Right to object to data processing
7. Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise your rights, contact us at info@colobrooxauthor.com

5. California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

• Request access to the personal information we collect
• Request deletion of personal information
• Opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal data)

To submit a request, contact us at info@colobrooxauthor.com

6. Sharing Your Information

We may share personal information with:

• Service Providers: Newsletter services (e.g., Mailchimp), web hosting, analytics providers
• Third-Party Platforms: External links (Amazon, Goodreads, TikTok, Instagram) – we are not responsible for their data practices
• Legal Compliance: If required by law or to protect rights

7. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve site functionality and monitor performance:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for website operation
• Analytics Cookies: Track visitor behavior and improve user experience
• Marketing Cookies: Mailchimp

EU users will see a cookie consent banner and can manage preferences.

For more details, see our https://colobrooxauthor.com/cookiepolicy/

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed outside of your country. We ensure that international transfers comply with GDPR and other applicable laws.

10. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or to comply with legal obligations.

11. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted with the updated effective date.

12. Contact Information

For questions, requests, or concerns regarding your personal data, please contact:

• Name: Dr. Fazekas Ilona
• Email: info@colobrooxauthor.com
• Phone: +36305348386
• Address: 4032. Debrecen, Akadémia u. 1-3.