Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 25, 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how eBooksForest (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards your information when you visit or use our website, products, and services (collectively, the “Services”). This policy is designed to comply with applicable privacy and data protection laws, including but not limited to the United States privacy laws, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union, and requirements of third-party payment providers such as PayPal.

By accessing or using the Services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect information about you in a variety of ways, including:

1.1 Personal Information

Personal information is data that can be used to identify you directly or indirectly. This may include:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Billing address
  • Payment-related identifiers (processed by third-party payment processors)
  • Account login credentials
  • Communication records when you contact us

We only collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Register an account
  • Purchase or access digital products
  • Subscribe to newsletters or updates
  • Contact us for support or inquiries

1.2 Non-Personal Information

We may automatically collect certain non-personal information when you access the Services, such as:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device type and operating system
  • Referring URLs
  • Pages viewed and usage behavior
  • Date and time of access

This information is used for analytics, security, and service optimization purposes.

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to:

  • Improve website functionality
  • Remember user preferences
  • Analyze traffic and usage trends
  • Support marketing and advertising efforts

You may control or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect certain features of the Services.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for purposes including but not limited to:

  • Providing, operating, and maintaining the Services
  • Processing transactions and delivering digital products
  • Communicating with you regarding your account or purchases
  • Responding to customer service requests
  • Sending administrative or promotional communications (where legally permitted)
  • Improving website performance and user experience
  • Detecting and preventing fraud, abuse, or security issues
  • Complying with legal and regulatory obligations

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your personal data under the following legal bases:

  • Consent: You have given clear consent for us to process your personal data for specific purposes.
  • Contractual necessity: Processing is necessary for the performance of a contract with you.
  • Legal obligation: Processing is necessary to comply with applicable laws.
  • Legitimate interests: Processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests, provided those interests do not override your fundamental rights and freedoms.

4. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as:

  • Payment processors (e.g., PayPal)
  • Website hosting and infrastructure providers
  • Analytics and performance monitoring services
  • Email communication services

These providers are authorized to use your information only as necessary to provide services to us and are required to protect your data.

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid legal requests, such as:

  • Court orders or subpoenas
  • Government or regulatory authorities
  • Protection of our legal rights, users, or public safety

4.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, restructuring, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction, subject to applicable privacy laws.

5. Payment Processing and PayPal

All payments made through the Services are processed by third-party payment processors, including PayPal. We do not store or process full payment card details on our servers.

Payment processors may collect and process your personal and financial information in accordance with their own privacy policies and terms. We encourage you to review PayPal’s Privacy Policy before completing a transaction.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:

  • Fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy
  • Maintain user accounts
  • Comply with legal, accounting, or regulatory requirements
  • Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

When personal data is no longer required, we securely delete or anonymize it.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Privacy Rights

8.1 Rights Under GDPR (EU/EEA Users)

If you are located in the EU or EEA, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your personal data
  • Restrict or object to processing
  • Request data portability
  • Withdraw consent at any time
  • Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority

8.2 Rights Under U.S. Privacy Laws

Depending on your state of residence, you may have rights to:

  • Request access to personal information we hold about you
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Opt out of certain data processing or communications

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

9. Children’s Privacy

The Services are not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe that a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us, and we will take appropriate action.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside of your country of residence, including the United States. Where required by law, we implement appropriate safeguards to ensure lawful data transfers, such as standard contractual clauses.

The Services may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements, technology, or our business practices. The updated version will be indicated by an updated “Last updated” date.

Your continued use of the Services after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

13. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

eBooksForest
Email: info@ebooksforest.com