PRIVACY POLICY

We take your privacy seriously and understand the need for protections in an ever-changing digital landscape. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information in compliance with the GDPR, NY SHIELD Act, and other applicable U.S. privacy laws.

1. Intellectual Property & AI Prohibition

All content on this website—including but not limited to book excerpts, short stories, blog posts, images, and brand assets—is the exclusive property of Kimberly Amato.

• Strict Prohibition: No part of this website, its creative content, or user-submitted data may be used to train, feed, or develop Generative AI models or Large Language Models (LLMs).
• Scraping: Automated scraping or data mining of this site for AI training purposes is strictly prohibited.

2. Digital Rights & Anti-Piracy Notice

Kimberly Amato’s work is protected under International and U.S. Copyright Laws.

• Prohibition of Unauthorized Distribution: The unauthorized uploading, sharing, or distribution of Kimberly Amato’s ebooks or printed books—including “free” promotional copies—to pirate sites, file-sharing platforms, or public forums is a violation of federal law and strictly prohibited.
• Legal Action: We actively monitor for copyright infringement and reserve the right to pursue legal action, including DMCA takedown notices, against any platform or individual found in violation.

3. Newsletter & Marketing

If you voluntarily sign up for the newsletter via KimberlyAmato.com, we record your name and email address.

• Purpose: To send you updates, book news, and marketing communications.
• Analytics: We may track link clicks within emails to improve content relevance.
• Control: You may unsubscribe at any time via the link in the footer of any email.

4. WooCommerce & Online Sales

When you purchase items through our store, we collect information necessary to fulfill your order, including your name, billing/shipping address, and email.

• Payments: Payments are processed via secure third-party providers (e.g., PayPal or Stripe). We do not store your credit card information on our servers.
• Personalized Items & Final Sales: Because many items (such as signed books or custom merchandise) are personalized specifically for you, all sales are final. No returns or exchanges will be accepted for personalized goods.
• Algorithmic Pricing: In accordance with New York law, we disclose that we do not use automated algorithms to set individualized pricing based on your personal data.

5. Giveaways & Promotions

From time to time, we may host giveaways. These are exclusively open to our YouTube subscribers and Newsletter subscribers.

• Information Collected: We only collect information required to administer the giveaway and deliver prizes (typically name, email, and physical address for winners).
• Data Use: Information provided for entry is used strictly for the duration of the contest and to contact the winner.

6. Non-Personal Information & Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your experience. This includes tracking non-identifying information such as browser and device type.

• GDPR Compliance: A pop-up will allow you to accept or manage cookie settings. You can choose to set your web browser to refuse all cookies, though some parts of the site may not function properly.

7. Sharing & Security of Information

• Third-Party Disclosure: We never sell your data. We only share information with trusted “Data Processors” (NixiHost, MailerLite, and WooCommerce/Payment Processors) necessary to run this site.
• NY SHIELD Act & Security: We maintain reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data, including SSL encryption and secure hosting.
• Breach Notification: In the event of a data breach, we will notify affected users without unreasonable delay, as required by NY law.

8. Minors & Consent

Subscribers must be eighteen (18) or older or have the consent of a parent/guardian. By using KimberlyAmato.com, you signify your acceptance of this policy.

9. Disclaimer & Limitation of Liability

• Informational & Entertainment Purposes: The content on KimberlyAmato.com, including blog posts, videos, and “Last Writes” tips, is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only. While I strive for accuracy, I make no guarantees regarding the completeness or reliability of any information shared.
• Not Professional Advice: I am an author sharing my personal creative process and opinions. My content is not intended to be a substitute for professional legal, financial, or medical advice.
• Reviews & Opinions: Reviews shared on “Forever Fangirls” or this site are the personal opinions of the author.
• Use at Your Own Risk: Any action you take based on the information found on this website is strictly at your own risk. Kimberly Amato will not be liable for any losses or damages in connection with the use of this website.

10. Changes to this Policy

Kimberly Amato may update this policy at any time. Significant changes will be announced in the newsletter. It is your responsibility to review this policy periodically.