Last updated: 9 January 2026

Shadow Kissed Publishing respects your privacy and is committed to protecting any personal information you share when visiting this website.

This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, and safeguarded when you interact with Shadow Kissed Publishing online.

Information We Collect

We may collect personal information you voluntarily provide, including:

Your name and email address when subscribing to newsletters or updates
Information submitted through contact forms, submission enquiries, beta reader applications, or ARC sign-ups
Responses to surveys, giveaways, or reader questionnaires

We may also collect limited non-personal information automatically, such as:

Browser type and device information
Pages visited and time spent on the site
General location data (such as country or region)

This information helps us understand how the site is used and improve the reader and author experience.

How Your Information Is Used

Information collected may be used to:

Send newsletters, updates, or exclusive content you have opted into
Respond to enquiries or correspondence
Manage reader teams, ARC programs, or community initiatives
Improve website performance and content
Meet legal or administrative obligations

Shadow Kissed Publishing does not sell or share personal information for commercial purposes.

Email Communications

If you subscribe to our mailing list, your information is stored securely through a third-party email service provider (such as MailerLite, ConvertKit, or a similar service).

You may unsubscribe at any time using the link included in every email.

Cookies

This website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance functionality and understand visitor interaction. Cookies help certain features operate correctly and provide insight into how the site is used.

You can disable cookies through your browser settings if you prefer.

Third-Party Services

This website may contain links to third-party websites or services, including:

Social media platforms
Retailers and distributors (such as Amazon, Kobo, or BookFunnel)
Email marketing or analytics services

Shadow Kissed Publishing is not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites. Please review their privacy policies independently.

Data Security

Reasonable measures are taken to protect personal information from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access. However, no method of transmission over the internet can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

Access the personal information held about you
Request corrections or deletion of your data
Withdraw consent for data use

Requests can be made using the contact details below.

Children’s Information

This website is not intended for children under the age of 13. Shadow Kissed Publishing does not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:

Shadow Kissed Publishing

Email: shadowkissedpublishing@gmail.com

Website: shadowkissedpublishing.com.au

GDPR Privacy Addendum (EU & UK Visitors)

Effective date: 9 January 2026

This GDPR Addendum applies to visitors located in the European Union and United Kingdom and supplements the Privacy Policy of Shadow Kissed Publishing.

Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Shadow Kissed Publishing processes personal data on the following lawful bases:

Consent: When you subscribe to newsletters, reader communications, ARC programs, giveaways, or similar initiatives.
Contractual Necessity: When processing purchases, managing customer accounts, or delivering digital products or services.
Legitimate Interest: To maintain website functionality, prevent misuse or fraud, and communicate with readers who have opted in to receive updates.

Your GDPR Rights

If you are located in the EU or UK, you have the right to:

Request access to the personal data held about you
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
Request deletion of your personal data (the “right to be forgotten”)
Restrict or object to certain data processing
Request data portability
Withdraw consent at any time

Requests to exercise these rights can be made using the contact details below.

Email Marketing & Subscriber Management

Email subscriptions are managed through Kit (formerly ConvertKit), a platform that complies with GDPR requirements.

When you subscribe:

Your consent is recorded and stored
You may receive automated or scheduled communications
You can unsubscribe at any time using the link included in every email

Data Retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil its intended purpose, including:

Maintaining newsletter subscriptions
Managing ARC teams, giveaways, or reader programs
Processing purchases or account-related services

You may request deletion of your data at any time.

Contact for GDPR Requests

For GDPR-related enquiries or requests, please contact: