Privacy Policy and Data Protection
1. General Information
This website, emward.net, is the official website of author E. M. Ward and serves an informational, editorial, and, where applicable, commercial purpose, focused on the promotion and distribution of literary works and content related to the Architects of the Veil universe.
The protection of visitors’ privacy is handled in accordance with the Brazilian General Data Protection Law (LGPD – Law No. 13,709/2018) and, where applicable, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union.
2. Collection of Personal Data
This website does not automatically collect personal data for commercial purposes.
Personal data is only provided voluntarily by the user in the following situations:
- Contact via email
- Submission of external forms (such as Google Forms)
- Potential purchase of digital products, if this functionality is implemented in the future
The data that may be collected includes:
- Name
- Email address
- Information required for the delivery of digital products
- Communications sent by the user
3. Purpose of Data Use
The data provided is used exclusively for:
- Responding to user inquiries
- Recording reading feedback
- Delivering purchased digital products
- Complying with legal obligations related to transactions, when applicable
- Improving the editorial and browsing experience of the website
Personal data is not used for invasive advertising purposes and is never sold to third parties.
4. Payments and Transactions (When Applicable)
If books or other products are sold directly through this website, payments will be processed by third-party platforms (such as payment gateways), which have their own privacy and security policies.
This website does not store sensitive payment data, such as full credit card numbers.
5. Data Sharing
Personal data is not sold, rented, or shared with third parties, except:
- When necessary for payment processing
- When required by law
- When using clearly identified external services (e.g., forms or payment platforms)
6. Storage and Security
Data is stored only for as long as necessary to fulfill its intended purpose, following reasonable security and confidentiality practices.
Appropriate technical and organizational measures are adopted to protect data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
7. Data Subject Rights
Users may, at any time:
- Request access to their personal data
- Request correction or deletion
- Request information about how their data is processed
Requests can be made through the contact email provided on this website.
8. Cookies
This website may use essential technical cookies required for its basic operation.
Analytical or marketing cookies will only be used if clearly disclosed to the user, with consent requested when required by law.
9. Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated to reflect legal, technical, or operational changes, including the implementation of commercial features.
The most recent version will always be available on this page.
10. Contact
For questions regarding privacy or the processing of personal data: