Brickstone Publishers
1. Commitment to Transparency
At Brickstone Publishers , we are committed to maintaining the trust of our visitors. This Privacy Policy is designed to provide full transparency regarding how we handle your data. We do not engage in the sale of lead data, nor do we act as a traditional publisher. We are a professional service-for-hire firm.
2. Information We Collect and Process
To provide high-quality publishing services, we collect the following categories of data:
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Identity Data:
Full name, professional aliases, and author profiles.
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Contact Data:
Email address, physical mailing address (for book shipping), and telephone number.
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Creative Data:
Manuscripts, outlines, and cover art concepts shared for professional evaluation.
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Technical Data:
IP address, browser type, and time-zone settings, collected via secure cookies to optimize our platform.
3. Methods of Data Collection
We collect data through direct interactions when you fill out our "Get a Quote" forms, engage with our Live Chat, or correspond with our consultants via email or telephone.
4. SMS, Mobile & Consumer Consent (Strict Compliance)
We adhere to strict mobile carrier guidelines to protect our users:
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Explicit Consent:
By checking the consent box on our web forms, you provide express written consent to be contacted via SMS for project updates and service inquiries.
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Strict Privacy:
Mobile information and SMS consent data will NOT be shared with, sold to, or rented to any third parties or affiliates for marketing or promotional purposes.
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Control:
Consent is optional and can be revoked at any time. To opt-out of SMS, reply "STOP" to any message. To get help, reply "HELP".
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Frequency:
Message frequency varies based on project activity. Standard message and data rates may apply.
5. Intellectual Property Protection
In alignment with anti-misrepresentation standards: All creative work submitted remains the 100% exclusive property of the author. Brickstone Publishers claims no rights, royalties, or ownership over your manuscripts. Our role is strictly limited to providing the professional services you have purchased.
6. Third-Party Disclosure & Safety
We do not share your personal information with outside parties except for:
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Functional Partners:
Secure payment processors (e.g., Stripe/PayPal) and logistics partners (e.g., FedEx/UPS) required to fulfill your order.
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Regulatory Requirements:
We may disclose information if required by law to protect our rights or comply with a judicial proceeding.
7. Data Security & Encryption
We utilize Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology to ensure your data is encrypted during transmission. Our servers are protected by advanced firewalls, and access to personal data is restricted only to authorized personnel who have signed strict non-disclosure agreements (NDAs).
8. Your Legal Rights
Depending on your location (including rights under CCPA or GDPR), you may have the right to access, correct, or request the deletion of your personal data. To exercise these rights, please contact our Data Privacy Officer at the email listed below.
Business Verification & Contact
For questions regarding this policy or to request data removal, please contact us directly. We are a verified business entity.
