Privacy Policy
How we collect, use, and protect information on houseofleavesbook.com. We aim for minimal data collection, clear choices, and practical security measures aligned with reader expectations.
Scope & who we are
This policy describes privacy practices for https://houseofleavesbook.com/ (the “Site”). References to “we,” “us,” or “our” mean the project operating this Site (“House of Leaves Book”).
This page is informational, not legal advice. If you have questions about how this applies to you, contact us.
Information we collect
A. Information you provide
- Contact details you send by email (e.g., questions, feedback).
- Submission content (e.g., suggested quotes, corrections).
B. Information collected automatically
- Server logs (IP address, user-agent, date/time, requested URL).
- Basic analytics (aggregate page views, referrers, device types).
- Cookie or local-storage preferences (e.g., cookie banner choices).
We do not engage in cross-site advertising profiling on this Site.
How we use information
- Operate and improve the Site (performance, debugging, security).
- Respond to messages and manage reader submissions.
- Measure aggregate interest in pages (e.g., themes, guides).
- Comply with law, enforce Terms, and protect our rights.
Legal bases (GDPR/UK GDPR)
- Legitimate interests: operate, secure, and improve the Site; measure aggregate engagement.
- Consent: where required for non-essential cookies or email communications.
- Legal obligation: where we must retain data (e.g., security logs).
Retention
We keep data only as long as needed for the purposes above, including security and legal requirements. Server logs are kept for a limited period unless required longer for investigations.
Your privacy choices & rights
EU/UK residents
- Access, correct, delete, or port your personal data.
- Object to or restrict certain processing.
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
- Lodge a complaint with your data protection authority.
US residents (CCPA/CPRA)
- Right to know, delete, and correct certain information.
- Right to opt-out of “sale” or “sharing” for cross-context ads.
- We do not sell personal information; opt-out remains available.
To exercise any right, see Contact. We may need to verify your request.
Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures (e.g., TLS in transit, hardened hosting). No method is 100% secure; please report suspected issues promptly.
Children’s privacy
This Site is for general audiences and is not directed to children under 13 (or the equivalent age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will update the “Last updated” date below and, where appropriate, provide additional notice.
Contact
Questions or requests? Email [email protected]. Include “Privacy Request” in the subject and indicate your region (e.g., EU/UK/US).
Affiliate disclosure
Some outbound links to retailers may be affiliate links. If you click a retailer link, that retailer may use its own cookies or tracking per its privacy policy. Affiliate participation does not affect our page content or recommendations.
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