Privacy Policy

1. Important Affiliation Notice

Barnes and Noble Self Publishings is an independent publishing-services company. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, partnered with, owned by, or associated with Barnes & Noble, Inc., Barnes & Noble Booksellers, or any Barnes & Noble bookstore, website, brand, trademark, or subsidiary. We are also not affiliated with Amazon, Kindle, Audible, Kobo, Nook, Lulu, Waterstones, Google, Apple, or iTunes. Any similarity in name is coincidental to our brand identity and does not mean we are the same company, an official partner, an authorized reseller, or a division of Barnes & Noble. All trademarks, logos, and brand names belong to their respective owners and are used only for identification or descriptive purposes. This website is not an official Barnes & Noble page.

2. Introduction

Barnes and Noble Self Publishings (“Self Publishing,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect and use data when you interact with our website, SMS system, or email services. Our practices are designed to align with Google Ads policies and relevant data-protection guidelines. By using this website, you acknowledge that you are interacting with an independent company and not with Barnes & Noble, Inc.

3. Information We Collect

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us. This includes your name, email address, phone number, service interests, and any details you submit through our forms.

We also collect non personal information such as your IP address browser type device type and website usage behavior to improve user experience and maintain site security.

4. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information for the following purposes:

• To respond to your inquiries and deliver requested services
• To send service related alerts promotional messages and updates
• To improve our website performance and customer experience
• To maintain security fraud prevention and compliance

5. Advertising and Analytics

We may use third party analytics and advertising tools such as Google Ads Google Analytics and Meta Ads. These tools may collect non personal browsing data through cookies or tags to improve performance and measure engagement.

You may opt out of Google Analytics by using the Google Analytics Opt Out Browser Add On.

6. Cookies and Tracking

Cookies are used to improve functionality performance and personalization. You may disable cookies through your browser settings but some features may not function correctly without them.

7. SMS and Email Communications

When you provide your contact details you consent to receiving messages through email or SMS. Message frequency may vary. Carrier charges may apply. You may unsubscribe from SMS by replying STOP and unsubscribe from email by clicking the link in any email.

8. How We Protect Your Information

We use industry standard administrative and technical safeguards to protect your data from unauthorized access disclosure or misuse. No method of online transmission is fully guaranteed but we maintain best practices to secure your information.

9. Data Sharing

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share data only with service partners who support website hosting, form processing, analytics, advertising, or communication systems. These partners are required to maintain confidentiality and use information only for authorized purposes.

We do not share your personal information with Barnes & Noble, Inc. or any Barnes & Noble entity, because we are not affiliated with them and have no business relationship with them.

10. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to deliver services maintain compliance or resolve issues unless law requires a longer retention period.

11. Your Rights

You may request access correction or deletion of your personal information. You may also request that we stop processing your data unless exceptions apply. Contact us anytime at info@barnesandnobleselfpublishings.co.

12. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to external websites, including retail or publishing platforms. Those links are provided for convenience or reference only. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites, and a link does not mean we are affiliated with, endorsed by, or partnered with that website or company.

13. No Affiliation With Barnes & Noble

To avoid any confusion:

• Barnes and Noble Self Publishings operates independently under its own ownership and management.
• We are not Barnes & Noble, Inc. and we are not Barnes & Noble Booksellers.
• We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, partnered with, authorized by, or associated with Barnes & Noble in any way.
• We do not claim to be an official bookstore, publisher imprint, franchise, reseller, or partner of Barnes & Noble.
• Any reference to Barnes & Noble, Amazon, Kindle, Audible, or similar brands is descriptive only and does not imply endorsement or partnership.
• All trademarks remain the property of their respective owners.

If you have questions about this notice, please contact us using the details below or read our full Website Disclaimer.

14. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in technology, laws, or our business practices. Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised update date.

15. Contact Us

For any questions about this Privacy Policy, our data practices, your rights, or our independence from Barnes & Noble, please contact:
info@barnesandnobleselfpublishings.co
or call us at (281) 716-3323