Privacy Policy

Website: melvincoates.com
Owner: Melvin Coates / Renegade Publishings

At MelvinCoates.com, your privacy matters. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and handle your personal information when you visit our website, purchase books or merchandise, subscribe to our content, or engage with our brand.

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1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information when you interact with our website:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, shipping address (if applicable), and phone number.

• Payment Details: Processed securely through third-party providers (e.g., Stripe, PayPal). We do not store your payment information.

• Usage Data: Browser type, device information, pages visited, and time spent on the site (via analytics tools like Google Analytics).

• Voluntary Information: When you subscribe to our newsletter, fill out contact forms, or leave comments.

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2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected to:

• Process and deliver orders (books, merchandise, etc.)

• Respond to inquiries or customer service requests

• Send newsletters, updates, and promotional materials (if you opt-in)

• Improve website performance and user experience

• Comply with legal obligations

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3. Cookies

This website uses cookies to enhance user experience and collect basic site usage data. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect functionality.

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4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. However, we may share limited information with:

• Trusted third-party services: To process payments, manage email marketing, and host the website.

• Legal authorities: Only when required by law or in case of fraud prevention.

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5. Your Rights

Depending on your region (such as GDPR or CCPA compliance), you may have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you

• Request corrections or deletions

• Withdraw consent from marketing communications

• Request a copy of your data

To exercise your rights, contact us using the details below.

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6. Data Security

We use secure hosting, SSL encryption, and trusted payment processors to protect your personal data. However, no method of online transmission is 100% secure.

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7. Third-Party Links

This site may include links to external sites (e.g., Amazon, social media). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of other websites.

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8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

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9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. The latest version will always be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

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10. Contact Us

For questions regarding this Privacy Policy, you may contact us at:

📬 Email: info@melvincoates.com
🌐 Website: https://www.melvincoates.com