Privacy Policy
Last Updated: August 6, 2026
Mark N. Purvis (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates MARKNPURVIS.COM (the “Site”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Site, purchase our books, subscribe to our communications, or otherwise interact with us. This policy applies to visitors and customers worldwide.
By using the Site, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide Directly
We may collect information you voluntarily provide, including:
“Contact information” such as your name and email address when you subscribe to our newsletter, fill out a contact form, or correspond with us.
“Transaction related information” when you purchase a book or product through the Site, such as your name, billing address, and payment details. Note that payment processing is handled by thirdparty processors (see Section 5), and we do not store full credit card numbers on our servers.
“Communication content” such as messages, feedback, or reviews you send us.
“Contest or giveaway entries” including any information required for participation.
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit the Site, certain information may be collected automatically, including:
“Device and browser information” such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
“Usage data” such as pages visited, time spent on pages, referring URLs, and clickstream data.
“Location data” in the form of general geographic location inferred from your IP address.
“Cookies and similar technologies” as described in our Data Policy.
Information from Third Parties
We may receive information about you from third-party platforms where our books are sold (such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Apple Books, Kobo, or other retailers), analytics providers, or social media platforms, to the extent permitted by those platforms’ terms and applicable law.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information for the following purposes:
To operate, maintain, and improve the Site and our services.
To process transactions and send related information such as purchase confirmations and order updates.
To send you newsletters, marketing communications, promotional materials, and updates about new book releases, provided you have opted in or where permitted by applicable law. You may opt out at any time (see Section 8).
To respond to your comments, questions, and requests.
To monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activity on the Site.
To detect, prevent, and address fraud, security issues, or technical problems.
To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms and policies.
3. Legal Bases for Processing (EEA, UK, and Other Jurisdictions)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), the United Kingdom (UK), or another jurisdiction that requires a legal basis for processing personal data, we rely on the following:
“Consent:” Where you have given clear consent for us to process your personal data for a specific purpose (e.g., subscribing to our newsletter).
“Contract Performance:” Where processing is necessary to fulfill a contract with you (e.g., delivering a purchased book or product).
“Legitimate Interests:” Where processing is necessary for our legitimate interests (e.g., improving the Site, marketing our books) and those interests are not overridden by your rights.
“Legal Obligation:” Where processing is necessary to comply with a legal obligation to which we are subject.
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
“Service Providers:” With third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf, such as email delivery (e.g., Mailchimp, ConvertKit), website hosting, analytics, and payment processing. These providers are contractually obligated to use your information only as necessary to provide services to us and in accordance with this policy.
“Book Retailers and Distributors:” To the extent necessary to fulfill orders or manage our publishing accounts on platforms such as Amazon KDP, IngramSpark, Draft2Digital, or similar services.
“Legal Requirements:” If required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of ourselves or others.
“Business Transfers:” In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
“With Your Consent:” In any other circumstances where you provide explicit consent.
5. ThirdParty Services and Links
The Site may contain links to third-party websites, including book retailers (Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Apple Books, Kobo, Google Play Books, and others), social media platforms, and other external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
Payment processing on this Site is handled by third-party payment processors (e.g., Stripe, PayPal, or Square). Your payment information is transmitted directly to the processor and is subject to the processor’s privacy policy and security measures. We do not store or have access to your full payment card details.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Specific retention periods include:
Newsletter subscriber data is retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
Transaction records are retained for as long as required by applicable tax and accounting laws (typically 3 to 7 years, depending on jurisdiction).
Website analytics data is retained in accordance with our analytics provider’s retention settings.
When personal data is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encrypted data transmission (SSL/TLS), secure hosting environments, and restricted access controls.
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
8. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information. These may include:
All Users
OptOut of Marketing: You may unsubscribe from our marketing emails at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any email or by contacting us directly. This does not affect transactional emails related to purchases.
Cookie Preferences: You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or through our cookie consent tool, if available on the Site. See our Data Policy for more information.
Residents of the European Economic Area and United Kingdom (GDPR / UK GDPR)
You have the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing of, and port your personal data, as well as the right to object to processing and to withdraw consent. To exercise these rights, contact us using the information in Section 12.
Residents of the United States
California (CCPA/CPRA): California residents have the right to know what personal information is collected, to request deletion, to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information (we do not sell personal data), and to nondiscrimination for exercising their rights. To submit a request, contact us using the information in Section 12.
Other U.S. States: Residents of states with applicable data privacy laws (such as Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah, Texas, Oregon, Montana, and others as enacted) may have similar rights. Contact us to exercise any applicable rights.
Residents of Canada (PIPEDA)
Canadian residents have the right to access and correct their personal information held by us, and to withdraw consent to its collection, use, or disclosure, subject to legal or contractual restrictions.
Residents of Australia (Privacy Act 1988)
Australian residents may access and request correction of their personal information and make complaints about breaches of the Australian Privacy Principles.
Residents of Brazil (LGPD)
Brazilian residents have rights similar to those under the GDPR, including access, correction, deletion, anonymization, data portability, and the right to information about sharing.
We will respond to verified requests within the timeframes required by applicable law, generally within 30 days.
9. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in a country other than the one in which it was collected, including the United States. If you are located outside the United States, please be aware that data protection laws in the United States may differ from those in your jurisdiction. By using the Site, you consent to such transfers, provided that we implement appropriate safeguards (such as Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent mechanisms) to protect your personal data in accordance with applicable law.
10. Children’s Privacy
The Site is not directed at individuals under the age of 16 (or the applicable age of consent in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child without verifiable parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information promptly. If you believe we may have collected information from a child, please contact us using the information in Section 12.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, applicable laws, or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. When we make material changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page and, where required by law, provide additional notice (such as a prominent notice on our Site or an email notification). Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Mark N. Purvis
Email: mark@marknpurvis.com
If you are located in the EEA or UK and are unsatisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection supervisory authority.