Privacy Policy
Effective Date: August 3, 2026
At Pace Foundry Press ("Pace Foundry Press," "we," "our," or "us"), we value your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, when we share it, how we protect it, and the choices you have regarding your information.
By visiting our website, purchasing products, submitting a manuscript, requesting services, or otherwise interacting with Pace Foundry Press, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect information that you voluntarily provide, including:
Your name
Email address
Phone number
Billing address
Shipping address
Manuscripts and other creative materials
Files submitted for editing, formatting, or design
Order and purchase history
Customer service communications
Information required to provide publishing services
If you purchase through our online store, payment information is securely processed by our third-party payment provider. Pace Foundry Press does not store your full credit or debit card number.
We may also automatically collect certain technical information when you use our website, including:
IP address
Browser type
Device type
Operating system
Pages viewed
Time and date of visits
Referring websites
Cookies and similar technologies
Website analytics information
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Provide publishing, editing, formatting, cover design, and related services
Process and fulfill book and merchandise orders
Ship purchased products
Respond to inquiries and provide customer support
Process payments
Communicate project updates and order status
Improve our website, products, and services
Maintain business and financial records
Detect fraudulent or unauthorized activity
Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.
Manuscripts and Creative Works
Your manuscript, artwork, and other creative materials remain your intellectual property unless otherwise agreed in writing.
Any unpublished manuscripts or project materials submitted to Pace Foundry Press are treated as confidential and are used solely to provide the services you request.
Access to submitted materials is limited to individuals or contractors who reasonably need access to complete your project and who are expected to maintain appropriate confidentiality.
When We Share Information
We may share information only when necessary to operate our business or provide the services you request. This may include sharing information with:
Payment processors
Shipping carriers
Website hosting providers
Printing and publishing platforms
Editors, designers, and formatting specialists working on your project
Professional advisors, such as accountants or legal counsel
Government agencies or law enforcement when required by applicable law
We do not share personal information for advertising or marketing purposes without your consent.
Online Store Purchases
When you place an order through our online store, we collect the information necessary to process payment, fulfill your order, and arrange shipping.
Order information may be shared with payment processors and shipping providers only as necessary to complete your purchase.
We do not store complete payment card information.
Cookies and Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, remember user preferences, analyze website traffic, and enhance your browsing experience.
Most web browsers allow you to disable or manage cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain website features.
Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
While we work to safeguard your information, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure. Accordingly, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:
Provide our services
Complete customer orders
Maintain business and financial records
Resolve disputes
Comply with legal requirements
When information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it where reasonably practicable.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have the right to:
Request access to the personal information we maintain about you
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of personal information, subject to legal obligations
Object to or restrict certain processing activities where permitted by law
Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.
Children's Privacy
Our publishing services are available to authors of all ages. If an author is under eighteen (18) years of age, a parent or legal guardian must consent to the collection and use of personal information necessary to provide our services and must sign any required agreements.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children beyond what is reasonably necessary to provide requested services with appropriate parental or guardian authorization.
Third-Party Services
Our website and business may utilize third-party providers, including website hosting services, payment processors, publishing platforms, shipping providers, and professional service providers.
These third parties maintain their own privacy practices, and Pace Foundry Press is not responsible for their independent privacy policies or practices.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our business practices, technology, or legal requirements.
Any revisions will become effective upon posting the updated Privacy Policy on our website with a revised Effective Date. Continued use of our website or services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.