Privacy Policy

Effective Date: October 25, 2026

Welcome to Cece Lynn! Your privacy matters to me. This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, and protected when you visit www.cecelynn.com (the "Website"), subscribe to my newsletter, or participate in reader opportunities.

By using this Website, you acknowledge the practices described in this policy.

1. Information I Collect

When you interact with this Website, I may collect the following information:

Personal Information: Your name, email address, and any information you voluntarily provide through contact forms, newsletter subscriptions, or reader applications.
Reader Applications: Information submitted when applying to become an Advance Reader Copy (ARC) reader or beta reader, including reading preferences, social media handles, and other application responses.
Website Usage Information: Technical information such as your IP address, browser type, device information, and website activity, as collected through applicable website hosting and analytics services.
Communications: Information you provide when contacting me directly.

2. How Your Information Is Used

Information collected through this Website may be used to:

Send newsletters, book announcements, release updates, and promotional communications when you have subscribed or otherwise authorized them.
Manage ARC and beta reader applications and communicate with selected participants.
Respond to questions, inquiries, or requests.
Improve website functionality, content, and reader experience.
Maintain website security and comply with applicable legal obligations.

Your information will only be used for legitimate purposes related to operating this Website, communicating with readers, and promoting my author work.

3. Email Marketing and Newsletters

When you voluntarily subscribe to my mailing list, your information may be processed through EmailOctopus, my email marketing provider.

Emails may include book announcements, behind-the-scenes updates, release information, promotional content, and other author-related news.

You may unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time using the unsubscribe link included in those messages.

Unsubscribing from marketing emails does not necessarily prevent essential communications related to reader applications or requests you have submitted.

4. Third-Party Services

This Website uses third-party services to support its operation, including:

Wix: Website hosting, forms, and website management.
EmailOctopus: Email marketing and subscriber management.
Zapier: Automation and transfer of information between connected services.

These providers may process information as necessary to perform services on my behalf, subject to their respective privacy practices and applicable agreements.

I do not sell personal information to third parties. Information may be disclosed when required by law, to protect legal rights, or to service providers necessary for website operations.

5. Cookies and Website Analytics

This Website may use cookies and similar technologies to maintain functionality, improve performance, understand website traffic, and remember visitor preferences.

Some cookies are essential to the operation of the Website. Others may be used for analytics or additional functionality.

Where required, visitors will have the opportunity to manage their preferences through the Website's cookie consent settings.

You may also manage cookies through your browser settings.

6. ARC and Beta Reader Participation

If you apply to participate in an ARC or beta reader program, the information you provide will be used to review your application, manage participation, and communicate about reading opportunities.

Applying does not automatically subscribe you to marketing emails unless you separately choose to receive them.

Information submitted through reader applications will not be publicly shared without appropriate permission, except where required by law.

7. Data Storage and Security

Information may be stored and processed through Wix, EmailOctopus, Zapier, and other service providers used to operate this Website.

Reasonable steps are taken to protect personal information against unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure. However, no method of electronic storage or transmission can be guaranteed completely secure.

Personal information is retained only as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this policy or as required by applicable law.

Information may be processed or stored outside your state or country, depending on the location and operations of service providers.

8. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have the right to:

Request access to personal information held about you.
Request corrections to inaccurate information.
Request deletion of personal information.
Withdraw consent for certain processing activities.
Opt out of marketing communications.
Exercise other privacy rights provided by applicable law.

To submit a privacy-related request, please email cece@cecelynn.com.

Requests will be reviewed and addressed in accordance with applicable law.

9. Children's Privacy

This Website is intended for a general audience interested in books and author-related content, including books intended for adult readers.

It is not directed toward children under the age of 13, and I do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

If you believe a child has submitted personal information, please contact me so that appropriate action can be taken.

10. External Links

This Website may contain links to third-party websites, including retailers, social media platforms, and other services.

I am not responsible for the privacy practices, policies, or content of external websites. Visitors are encouraged to review the privacy policies of those services.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in website functionality, business practices, or legal requirements.

Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Additional notice will be provided when required by applicable law.

12. Contact Information

For questions about this Privacy Policy or the handling of personal information, please contact:

Cece Lynn
Website: www.cecelynn.com
Email: cece@cecelynn.com