1. Introduction
Welcome to AnuBelle ("we", "our", or "us") — the official website of Anu Belle, the pen name of author Raghavendra B Rao. We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information of readers, visitors, and customers interacting with our website and services.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Full name, email address, and contact number when you reach out via our contact form or newsletter.
- Order Information: Shipping address, payment details (processed securely via third-party gateways), and purchase history.
- Technical Information: IP address, browser type, device information, and usage data when visiting our website.
- Communications: Emails, queries, or messages you send to our team.
3. How We Use Your Information
Your data is used for the following purposes:
- Processing and fulfilling book orders.
- Sending newsletters and updates about new releases (only if you subscribe).
- Responding to your inquiries and providing customer support.
- Improving our website content and user experience.
- Complying with applicable laws and regulations in India.
4. Data Protection and Security
We implement appropriate technical and administrative safeguards to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. Payment information is handled exclusively via secure, PCI-compliant third-party payment processors — we do not store card details on our servers.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.
Data may be shared only with:
- Shipping partners and postal services (for delivering physical book orders).
- Third-party service providers (e.g., email services, hosting) under strict confidentiality agreements.
- Government or regulatory authorities, if required by law.
6. Data Retention
Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by applicable Indian law. Order records may be retained for accounting and tax compliance purposes.
7. Your Rights
Under India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act), you have the right to:
- Access and review your personal data.
- Request correction or deletion of your data.
- Withdraw consent for data processing at any time.
- File a complaint with the relevant data protection authority.
To exercise these rights, contact us at: contact@anubelle.com
8. Cookies and Website Analytics
Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to enhance user experience and monitor traffic patterns. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more details, please see our Cookie Policy.
9. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external platforms (e.g., Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Goodreads). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites and encourage you to review their respective privacy policies.
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect operational or legal changes. The latest version will always be available on our website with the updated date displayed at the top.