Privacy Policy

Introduction

The Quiet Corner Bookstore (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and make purchases. Please read this policy carefully. If you disagree with its terms, please discontinue use of the site.

Information We Collect

We may collect information about you in a variety of ways, including:

• Personal Data: Name, email address, shipping address, and payment information you provide when placing an order or subscribing to our newsletter.
• Usage Data: Information automatically collected when you access our website, including your IP address, browser type, pages viewed, and time spent on each page.
• Cookies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience and remember your cart contents. You may disable cookies in your browser settings; note that this may affect site functionality.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Process and fulfill your orders
• Send order confirmations and shipping notifications
• Respond to customer service inquiries
• Send you newsletters and promotional emails (only if you have opted in)
• Improve our website and product offerings
• Comply with applicable laws and regulations

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, processing payments, and delivering orders — including shipping carriers and payment processors. These parties are bound by confidentiality agreements and are prohibited from using your information for any other purpose.

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, or if we believe in good faith that such disclosure is necessary to comply with legal process, respond to claims, or protect the rights, property, or safety of The Quiet Corner Bookstore, our customers, or the public.

Data Security

We implement commercially reasonable security measures to protect your personal information. All payment transactions are encrypted using SSL technology. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data. To exercise these rights, please contact us at contact@qcbooks.store. We will respond to all requests within 30 days.

Newsletter Opt-Out

If you have subscribed to our newsletter and wish to unsubscribe, you may click the “Unsubscribe” link in any marketing email we send, or contact us directly. We will process your request promptly.

Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date. Your continued use of the website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us or email contact@qcbooks.store.