World Publishing Company (hereinafter referred to as “Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you visit our website https://worldpublishingcompany.com/ (the “Site”) or utilize our ghostwriting, editing, formatting, publishing, illustration, design, and marketing services (collectively, the “Services”).

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using our Site and Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect several types of information from and about users of our site and services, including:

A. Personal Data You Provide Voluntarily

When you interact with us, such as filling out contact forms, requesting quotes, subscribing to newsletters, or purchasing publishing services, we may collect personal details, including:

• Contact Details: Full name, email address, phone number, and physical/mailing address.
• Account & Billing Details: Payment information (credit card numbers, billing addresses) processed securely through third-party payment gateways.
• Manuscripts & Content Data: Book drafts, outlines, project notes, titles, graphics, and any creative materials submitted for editing, ghostwriting, or publishing services.
• Communication History: Messages, emails, feedback, and inquiries sent through our contact forms or support channels.

B. Automatically Collected Data

When you navigate our site, we automatically collect certain technical information regarding your device and browsing activity:

• Log & Technical Data: Internet Protocol (IP) address, browser type and version, operating system, device details, time zone setting, and language preferences.
• Usage Data: Pages viewed, duration of visit, clickstream data, referring/exit web pages, and interaction patterns on the site.

C. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and tracking scripts to enhance user experience, remember preferences, and analyze site performance. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings, though doing so may affect certain functions of our site.

2. How We Use Your Information

We process your information for legitimate business purposes, including

• Service Delivery: Providing, executing, and managing ghostwriting, manuscript editing, book design, formatting, ISBN registration, distribution, and promotional services.
• Customer Communication: Responding to inquiries, providing project updates, customer support, and sending administrative notifications.
• Marketing & Promotional Communications: Sending newsletters, updates, special offers, and SMS messages (if you have explicitly opted in). You can opt out at any time.
• Payment Processing: Securely processing billing and financial transactions for contracted services.
• Site Improvement: Monitoring website traffic, usage trends, and system performance to optimize usability and navigation.
• Legal & Security Compliance: Preventing fraudulent activities, enforcing our Terms of Service, and complying with applicable statutory or regulatory obligations.

3. Communication Preferences (Email & SMS Opt-In)

If you consent to receive marketing or promotional updates from us via email or SMS:

• Email: You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “Unsubscribe” link located at the bottom of our promotional emails.
• SMS Communication: Message and data rates may apply. You can opt out of receiving SMS communications at any time by replying STOP to any text message received from us.

4. How We Share and Disclose Your Information

We prioritize customer privacy and do not sell or rent your personal information or submitted manuscript content to third parties. We disclose personal information only under the following conditions:

• Service Providers & Vendors: We may share data with vetted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Site, conducting business, or rendering services (e.g., payment processors, web hosting, email service providers, print-on-demand fulfillment partners). These third parties are bound by strict confidentiality agreements.
• Intellectual Property Rights: All rights to manuscripts, ideas, and published works remain solely with the author. We do not claim ownership or license rights over your work.
• Legal Obligations: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, court order, subpoena, or governmental regulation, or when we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, property, or user safety.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of company assets, client information may be transferred as a business asset subject to standard confidentiality protections.

5. Intellectual Property & Non-Disclosure (NDA)

We respect the proprietary nature of your intellectual property. All manuscripts, original artwork, story concepts, and personal notes provided to World Publishing Company for ghostwriting, editing, or publication are kept strictly confidential. Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) are maintained to ensure your creative works remain your exclusive property.

 6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard technical, administrative, and physical security measures to safeguard personal data against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no internet transmission or electronic storage system can be guaranteed 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal data, you acknowledge that transmission occurs at your own risk.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data and project files only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, complete contracted publishing projects, satisfy legal or reporting requirements, or resolve potential disputes.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our Site and Services are intended for adults and are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately, and we will take prompt steps to delete such data.

9. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction (such as California, EU/UK GDPR, or other applicable state/regional laws), you may have the following privacy rights:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
• Deletion: Request the erasure of your personal data, subject to legal retention duties.
• Opt-Out: Withdraw consent for direct marketing communications at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

10. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to external websites, platforms, or services (such as distribution channels or book retailers) not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of every site you visit.

11. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to modify or update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of the Site or Services following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data handling practices, please contact us at:

World Publishing Company

• Email: support@worldpublishingcompany.com /sales@worldpublishingcompany.com
• Phone: +1 (904) 606-5136 / +1 (203) 660-4152