Hasalynx Press's Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

We are committed to protecting your privacy while delivering a curated literary experience. This policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your personal data when you engage with our services, including subscriptions, purchases, and user-generated content.

1. Scope of Policy

This Privacy Policy applies to all users interacting with our platform, including:

• Visitors browsing our site

• Subscribers to any free or paid tier

• Individuals submitting reviews or content

• Users making payments or engaging with our services

By using our platform, you consent to the terms outlined below.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the minimum amount of data necessary to operate and deliver our service:

• Name and Surname – used to personalize communication

• Age Range – Collected to better understand our audience demographics and to tailor literary recommendations that are thematically and linguistically appropriate

• Reading Preferences – Including genres you enjoy or books you've accessed, this information helps us personalize your reading experience and suggest titles that align with your interests

• Email Address – used for account access, notifications, and service-related updates

• Geographic Location (e.g., Country) – used to tailor services, improve accessibility, and understand audience distribution

• Subscription Tier and Access Logs – to manage tier access and features

• User-Submitted Reviews – includes nickname, content, and optional or inferred country

We do not store your credit card or billing information. All transactions are processed securely via Wix Payments.

3. How We Use Your Data

Your information is used to:

• Provide and maintain your subscription

• Deliver communications and curated updates

• Customize content offerings based on geographic relevance, age, and reading preferences

• Publish submitted reviews with appropriate attribution

• Analyze service performance and user needs

• Respond to support inquiries and billing confirmations

• Handle chargeback disputes and verify delivery of digital goods

Geographic data (e.g., country or region) is used only in aggregate or for service optimization. We do not use your data for advertising, profiling, or resale.

4. Mailing List Participation

By subscribing to any tier or signing up for our newsletter, you consent to receive:

• Editorial content and literary announcements

• Platform or service-related updates

• Content recommendations tied to your access

You may opt out of marketing messages at any time. Transactional and operational emails will continue as required.

5. Reviews and Public Comments

When you submit a review, you consent to its public use and distribution by us. We may:

• Display the review on our website using the "reviewer nickname" that you provide (not your real name)

• Share it via our official social media and editorial channels

• Display your submitted nickname and your country (if provided or inferred)

We will never disclose your real name, email address, subscription tier, or private account details with any review.

By submitting a review, you grant us an unlimited, royalty-free license to reproduce, edit, or use your content for promotional and editorial purposes.

6. Chargebacks and Dispute Resolution

In accordance with our refund policy, we reserve the right to collect and present account data (e.g., access logs, delivery confirmations, communications) to dispute any unauthorized chargebacks. Because our products are non-returnable digital goods, chargebacks are considered violations of our terms and will be challenged with supporting evidence.

7. Data Security and Retention

We take data security seriously. Your information is:

• Stored securely using our trusted platforms (powered by Wix)

• Accessed only by personnel essential to the operation of the service

• Retained only as long as legally necessary to fulfill your subscription or resolve disputes

We never rent, sell, or share your personal data with third parties for marketing or commercial purposes.

8. User Rights and Requests

You may at any time:

• Request access to your stored data

• Update or correct your personal information

• Unsubscribe from non-essential communications

• Request account deletion (subject to legal and operational limitations)

To make a data request, please contact us using the details provided on our site.

9. Jurisdiction and Applicable Law

Hasalynx Press is a publishing project owned by a private person who is operating under Polish law. Any privacy concerns, disputes, or inquiries will be governed by the applicable legal frameworks and data protection standards of the Republic of Poland.

By engaging with our service, you acknowledge that this Privacy Policy is subject to the jurisdiction and oversight of Polish regulatory authorities.

10. Policy Updates

We may occasionally update this Privacy Policy. Material changes will be communicated to you directly or announced via our platform. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of any modified terms.