OFFICIAL AUTHOR Arley Ballenger: Writing to Transform Minds & Legacies
Privacy Policy
Effective Date: April 16, 2025
At Arley Ballenger, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or interact with our services.
By using our website or services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. Please read it carefully.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information when you use our website or services:
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Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, billing address, etc.
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Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and browsing behavior.
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Payment Information: Credit card details or other financial data, if applicable.
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Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Information gathered via cookies and other tracking mechanisms to enhance your browsing experience.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including but not limited to:
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To provide, maintain, and improve our services
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To process transactions and send receipts
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To communicate with you, including responding to inquiries, providing updates, and sending marketing communications (with your consent)
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To analyze usage trends and user behavior to improve our website and user experience
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To comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes
3. How We Protect Your Information
We use industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information, including encryption and secure servers. However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following cases:
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Service Providers: With third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, processing payments, or providing services on our behalf, provided that they comply with applicable privacy laws.
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Legal Compliance: If required by law, regulation, legal process, or government request, we may disclose your information.
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Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze trends, and track user activity on the website. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your experience on our website.
6. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
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Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
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Correction: Request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete information.
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Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal requirements.
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Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time by following the instructions in the email or contacting us directly.
If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Information].
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not controlled by us. This Privacy Policy only applies to our website, and we are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before sharing any personal information.
8. Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under the age of 13, we will take steps to delete that information as soon as possible.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or change this Privacy Policy at any time. If we make any material changes, we will notify you through our website or by email. The updated policy will be effective as of the date it is posted.