Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy describes how SensualRead.com (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and shares information when you visit or interact with our website at sensualread.com (the “Site”).
By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Site.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information You Provide
- Email address (when you subscribe to our newsletter or create a premium account)
- Name or username (if you create an account)
- Payment information (processed by third-party payment providers; we do not store credit card details)
- Any information you voluntarily submit through contact forms
Information Collected Automatically
- IP address and approximate geographic location
- Browser type, device type, and operating system
- Pages visited, time spent on pages, and referral source
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 5 below)
2. How We Use Your Information
- To deliver and improve our content and services
- To send you our newsletter and story updates (only if you opted in)
- To process premium membership payments and manage your account
- To analyze site traffic and user behavior through analytics tools
- To display relevant advertisements through third-party ad networks
- To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
- To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights
3. Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:
- Service providers: hosting (Hostinger), email marketing (MailerLite), analytics (Google Analytics), and payment processors (Stripe) who help us operate the Site
- Advertising partners: third-party ad networks may use cookies to serve relevant ads
- Legal requirements: if required by law, regulation, or legal process
- Business transfers: in the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
4. Affiliate Links & Third-Party Links
Our Site contains affiliate links to products and services (including Amazon Associates). When you click these links and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. These third-party sites have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their practices.
5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Analyze traffic patterns and site performance (Google Analytics)
- Serve and measure advertising effectiveness
- Enable social sharing features
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect your experience on the Site.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Newsletter subscriber data is retained until you unsubscribe. Account data is retained until you delete your account.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your data
- Opt out of marketing communications at any time
- Request restriction of processing or data portability
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@sensualread.com.
8. Children’s Privacy
SensualRead.com is intended exclusively for adults aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If we learn that we have collected information from a person under 18, we will delete that information immediately.
9. International Users
If you are accessing the Site from outside the country where our servers are located, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in a different jurisdiction. By using the Site, you consent to this transfer.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Email: privacy@sensualread.com
Website: sensualread.com/contact