Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how Lynda R Edwards (“we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit [www.lyndaredwards.com] (the “Site”) or interact with our services. We are committed to respecting your privacy and complying with applicable U.S. data protection and privacy laws.

You may visit the Site without submitting any personally identifiable information. However, we may use cookies and collect non-identifiable browsing data to help us understand how visitors use the Site and to enhance your experience.

If you do provide personal information, you can be assured it will only be used to support your relationship with Lynda R Edwards and in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

We may collect your personal information when you:

  • Sign up for newsletters or updates
  • Request information 
  • Submit a book order or event inquiry
  • Enter giveaways, surveys, or reader events
  • Respond to communication or promotions

Types of personal information we may collect include your name, email address, postal address, phone number, and any message content you choose to share.

We only collect and use this information with your consent and for the purposes stated at the time of collection.

Non-Personal Information

We may automatically collect non-personal information such as your browser type, IP address, pages viewed, and time spent on the Site. This data is used to improve website performance and user experience.

How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

  • Send updates, news, and promotional content you have opted into
  • Respond to your inquiries and requests
  • Analyse website usage to enhance content and layout
  • Manage events, giveaways, or reader engagement initiatives

We will not use your information for purposes beyond those stated without first obtaining your consent.

Marketing and Communication

If you opt in to receive updates or promotional emails from Lynda R Edwards, we may contact you periodically. You may unsubscribe at any time by using the “unsubscribe” link provided in our emails or by contacting info@lyndaredwards.com.

Sharing of Information

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties except when:

  • It is necessary to fulfill a request (e.g. sending a giveaway prize or shipping a signed book)
  • We are legally required to do so
  • We use trusted service providers (e.g., email newsletter platforms or book distributors), who agree to keep this information confidential and use it only for the intended purpose

Social Media and User-Generated Content

Comments or messages you post on our social media accounts (e.g., Instagram, Facebook) are governed by the privacy policies of those platforms. Please review their terms to understand how your information may be used.

If you submit a review, blog comment, or testimonial, it may be published on the website or promotional material, with your permission.

Data Retention

We will retain your information only for as long as it is needed for the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by applicable law. You may contact us at any time to request that your data be updated or deleted.

Your Rights

If you would like to access, correct, or delete any personal information we hold about you, or if you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, you can contact us at:

Lynda R Edwards
Email: info@lyndaredwards.com

Information Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access or disclosure. This includes administrative, technical, and physical safeguards. However, please note that no method of data transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Effective date: 29th May 2025

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