Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy
Effective Date: May 1, 2025
Website: www.theofficialsiteofremivalyn.com
Owner: Remi Valyn

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how The Official Site of Remi Valyn ("we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, and shares your information when you visit or make a purchase from our website. By using this Site, you agree to this policy.

This site is owned and operated by Remi Valyn, author of The Branche De Lune Syndicate Series.

2. Information We Collect

a. Personal Information
You may voluntarily provide personal information such as:

Name
Email address
Mailing address
Payment details (for purchases)
ARC application responses
Social media handles (if submitted)

b. Non-Personal Information
We may also collect:

IP address
Browser type
Time zone
Click behavior
Device type
Pages viewed

This is collected via cookies, pixels, and analytics tools.

3. How We Use Your Information

Your information may be used to:

Send book updates, newsletters, and promotional materials
Administer ARC applications and giveaways
Process book or merchandise orders
Respond to contact inquiries
Analyze site traffic and engagement
Comply with legal or tax requirements

4. Email Marketing and ARC Lists

If you sign up for the newsletter or ARC list, your name and email will be stored securely in a third-party platform such as Mailchimp or ConvertKit.
You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and tracking tools (like Google Analytics and Facebook Pixel) to:

Improve your experience on the site
Track traffic and engagement
Enable features such as social sharing

You can manage cookies through your browser settings.

6. Third-Party Services and Affiliate Links

We may link to or use third-party services, including:

Book distributors (e.g., Amazon, Barnes & Noble)
ARC platforms (e.g., Google Forms, Airtable)
Payment processors (e.g., PayPal, Stripe)
Analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics)
Email marketing platforms

We may participate in affiliate programs. If you click a link and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

7. Book Orders and Payment Processing

When you purchase books or services:

Payments are securely processed by third-party providers
We do not store your full payment information
You will receive a confirmation email and any applicable downloads

8. Embedded Content from Other Sites

This site may include embedded content (like TikTok videos, YouTube trailers, Spotify playlists). These platforms may collect data as if you visited their site directly.

9. GDPR Compliance (EU/UK Visitors)

If you're located in the EU or UK, you have rights to:

Access, correct, or delete your personal data
Object to processing
Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact: remivalyn@gmail.com

10. CCPA Compliance (California Residents)

If you live in California, you have the right to:

Request the data we collect about you
Ask for deletion of your personal data
Opt out of data “sales” (we do not sell your data)

To exercise your rights, contact: remivalyn@gmail.com

11. Children’s Privacy

This site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.

12. Data Retention

We retain data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined or as required by law.

13. Security

We implement appropriate security practices to protect your data. However, no online system is completely secure.

14. Changes to This Policy

This policy may be updated from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the new effective date.

15. Contact

If you have questions or would like to exercise your privacy rights, contact:
Remi Valyn
Email: remivalyn@gmail.com
Website: www.theofficialsiteofremivalyn.com

16. Book Copyright and ARC Usage Policy

All content by Remi Valyn—including books, ARC copies, and digital downloads—is protected under copyright law.

By purchasing or receiving any content, you agree:

Not to copy, reproduce, scan, upload, or share any book or ARC
ARC copies are for review purposes only and may not be resold or redistributed
Any violation may result in legal action and removal from ARC/giveaway opportunities