Last updated: 29 January 2025

Welcome to BookMonty! Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share your data when you use our platform. By accessing or using BookMonty, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

When you use BookMonty, we may collect the following types of information:

A. Information You Provide to Us

1. Account Information: Name, email address, password, and payment details if you subscribe to a paid plan.
2. Profile Information: Username, bio, and any other details you choose to add to your profile.
3. Book Submissions: Titles, descriptions, and other book-related data submitted by authors.
4. Reviews & Feedback: Any reviews, comments, or messages you submit on the platform.

B. Information We Collect Automatically

1. Usage Data: Pages visited, interactions with reviews and books, and time spent on the site.
2. Device & Browser Data: IP address, browser type, and operating system.
3. Cookies & Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyze site traffic. You can manage cookie settings in your browser.

How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

1. Provide, maintain, and improve BookMonty’s features.
2. Facilitate author-reader interactions.
3. Process payments and manage subscription plans.
4. Enforce our Terms of Service and prevent fraud or abuse.
5. Communicate with you about account updates, promotions, or platform changes.
6. Comply with legal obligations.

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share your information in the following cases:

1. With Service Providers: We use third-party providers for payment processing, analytics, and security (e.g., Stripe, Google Analytics). These providers only have access to data necessary for their services.
2. With Legal Authorities: If required by law or to protect BookMonty’s rights, we may disclose information to authorities.

Data Security

BookMonty takes data security seriously and implements reasonable measures to safeguard your personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure.

1. Encryption & Secure Transactions: All payment and sensitive data transmissions are protected using Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) encryption—the industry standard for safeguarding online transactions.
2. Protection Against Unauthorized Access: We use firewalls, access controls, and monitoring systems to prevent unauthorized access to your data.
3. Third-Party Security Standards: Payment transactions are handled by trusted third-party providers (e.g., Stripe, PayPal), which comply with PCI DSS security standards.

While we use reasonable efforts to protect user data, no online platform can guarantee 100% security so we encourage you to use strong passwords and take precautions to protect your account.

If you suspect a security breach related to your account, please contact us immediately at .

Data Retention

We retain your data as long as necessary to provide services, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes. If you delete your account, we will remove your personal data except for information required for legal or compliance purposes.

Your Rights & Choices

You have control over your personal information. You can:

1. Access & Update Your Information: Edit your profile and settings at any time.
2. Request Data Deletion: Contact us to permanently delete your account and associated data.
3. Opt Out of Marketing Emails: You can unsubscribe from promotional emails, but we may still send essential account-related communications.

Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and tracking scripts to enhance your experience. Cookies help us remember your preferences, improve site performance, and track analytics. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not function properly.

Children’s Privacy

BookMonty is not intended for users under 18 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If we learn that a minor has created an account, we will take steps to remove their data.

Third-Party Links & External Sites

BookMonty may contain links to third-party sites (e.g., Amazon, author websites). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites. If you navigate to a third-party site, please review their privacy policies before sharing information.

Compliance with Amazon’s Guidelines

BookMonty is committed to complying with Amazon’s policies and expects users to do the same. It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with these guidelines 🔗 Amazon Review Guidelines.

Users found violating Amazon’s guidelines may be suspended or banned from BookMonty.

GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) Compliance

If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights under GDPR:

1. Right to Access, Correct, or Delete Data – You can request a copy, correction, or deletion of your personal data.
2. Right to Restrict or Object to Processing – You can ask us to limit how we use your data.
3. Right to Data Portability – You can request a machine-readable copy of your data.
4. Right to Lodge a Complaint – If you believe your data has been misused, you can contact your local data protection authority.

To make a GDPR request, contact us at with the subject "GDPR Data Request."

CCPA/CPRA (California Consumer Privacy Act) Compliance

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under CCPA/CPRA:

1. Right to Know – Request details about what personal data we collect.
2. Right to Delete – Request deletion of your data.
3. Right to Opt-Out – We do not sell personal data, but if that changes, you can opt out.
4. Right to Non-Discrimination – You will not be discriminated against for exercising your rights.

To make a CCPA request, contact us at with the subject "CCPA Data Request."

International Data Transfers

Your personal data may be transferred, stored, and processed in the United States or other countries. For EU & UK users, we ensure GDPR-compliant data transfers through Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).

Contact Us

If you have questions whatsoever about this Privacy Policy, do not hesitate to contact us at .

By using BookMonty, you acknowledge that you have read and agreed to this Privacy Policy.