Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

 

Last updated: February 21st, 2026

Welcome to the website of J. Sands (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your data when you visit https://witchfirebyj-sands.com

By using this website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

 We may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information You Provide

 You may voluntarily provide personal data when you:

  • Sign up for newsletters or reader updates
  • Join ARC or street teams
  • Contact us via forms or email
  • Download reader magnets or bonus content
  • Participate in promotions or giveaways

This information may include:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Any message content you submit

Automatically Collected Information

 When you visit the site, certain data may be collected automatically, such as:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device information
  • Pages visited
  • Referring URLs
  • Cookies and usage data

2. How We Use Your Information

 We use your information to:

  • Send newsletters and book updates
  • Deliver reader magnets or requested content
  • Respond to inquiries
  • Manage ARC teams and promotions
  • Improve website performance and user experience
  • Monitor and analyze site usage
  • Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell your personal data.

3. Email Marketing & Consent

 If you subscribe to our mailing list, you will receive emails related to:

  • New releases
  • Special offers
  • ARC opportunities
  • Reader updates

You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email.

Email communications may be managed through third-party providers such as BookFunnel / MailerLite which process your data on our behalf.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

 This website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Enhance user experience
  • Analyze traffic and usage
  • Remember preferences

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that some site features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

5. Third-Party Services

 We may use trusted third-party services that collect, monitor, and analyze data, including but not limited to:

  • Email marketing platforms
  • Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • Book delivery services (e.g., BookFunnel)
  • Website hosting providers

These third parties have their own privacy policies governing their use of your information.

6. Data Storage and Security

 We implement reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect your personal information from:

  • Unauthorized access
  • Alteration
  • Disclosure
  • Destruction

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

 We retain personal data only as long as necessary to:

  • Fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes
  • Enforce agreements

You may request deletion of your data at any time (see Section 10).

8. Children’s Privacy

 This website is not intended for children under 18 (or the applicable age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

If you believe a child has provided personal data, please contact us and we will promptly remove it.

9. Your Privacy Rights

 Depending on your location (including Canada, the EU, and certain U.S. states), you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion
  • Withdraw consent
  • Object to processing
  • Request data portability

To exercise these rights, contact us at the email below.

10. Contact Us

 If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:

J. Sands

 Email: contact@j-sandsromanceauthor.com

 Website: https://witchfirebyj-sands.com

11. Changes to This Policy

 We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.

Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of those changes.