Privacy Policy

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

• Name
• Email address
• Event or membership information
• Reading preferences or interests, if you choose to share them
• Payment-related information processed securely through Stripe
• Messages or inquiries you send through our website forms

We may also collect basic website usage information, such as pages visited, general traffic patterns, and device or browser information.

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and manage Book Babes memberships
• Send updates about events, reads, community news, and Book Babes offerings
• Process Insider membership payments
• Respond to questions, suggestions, reports, or other messages
• Improve our website, communications, events, and member experience
• Understand general site traffic and engagement

We do not sell your personal information.

If you join our email list, RSVP through one of our forms, or otherwise opt in to receive updates, we may send you emails about Book Babes events, reads, community news, Insider opportunities, and related updates.

You can unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time by using the unsubscribe link included in our emails.

Book Babes uses Stripe to process paid memberships and other payments when applicable.

We do not store full credit card numbers on our website. Payment information is processed securely by Stripe and subject to Stripe's own privacy and security practices.

We may share limited information with trusted service providers who help us operate Book Babes, including:

• Mailchimp or similar email service providers
• Stripe for payment processing
• Website hosting, analytics, or form tools
• Other service providers necessary to operate our website and community

We may also disclose information if required by law, to protect our rights, or to help protect the safety of our community.

Book Babes may use third-party platforms such as Meetup, Bookclubs.com, Facebook, Instagram, Substack, Bookshop.org, Amazon, Libro.fm, Stripe, Mailchimp, or similar services.

If you interact with Book Babes through those platforms, your activity may also be subject to their privacy policies and terms.

We may use cookies, analytics tools, or similar technologies to understand how visitors use our site and to improve the website experience.

You can control cookies through your browser settings.

You may contact us to:

• Update or correct your information
• Ask what information we have about you
• Request deletion of your information, where applicable
• Opt out of marketing emails
• Cancel your membership according to the applicable membership terms

We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information.

However, no website, email system, or online transmission is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

Book Babes is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the "Last updated" date on this page.

For questions about this Privacy Policy or your information, contact us through the Contact page or at:

hello@bookbabes.com