Privacy Policy

Glass Onion Global, LLC - Privacy Policy

Introduction

Glass Onion Global, LLC, along with its subsidiaries and affiliated businesses, is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you interact with our websites, tools, and services.
 

Applicability

This policy applies to all entities under the Glass Onion Global, LLC ownership, including but not limited to:
 
GlassOnionPublishing.com
 
HappyDolphinPress.com
 
PubSmithPress.com
 
MyPubFund.com
 
PublishingBytes.com
 
BiblioMax.com
 
BiblioDispatch.com
 
BiblioAuthors.com
 
BiblioGarden.com
 
PublishingDirectory.org
 
PublishSellSucceed.com
 
HappilyIndieAfter.com
 
All subdomains (current or future).

Data Collection and Use

All creation tools and analytics used across our platforms are custom-developed, ensuring no third-party involvement. Data collected includes personal information, user-generated content, and metadata for the following purposes:
 
User Account Management: To facilitate access and usage of dashboards and services.
 
POD Services: Metadata is collected and used solely for search purposes while your product is listed on Authors Suite or BiblioGarden.
 
BiblioGarden Analytics: Sales and product data are tracked anonymously and shared with authors to optimize visibility and performance.
 
Crowdfunding with MyPubFund: Personal and project data are collected to ensure secure management of campaigns and funds.
 
Affiliate Links: We use affiliate links and may receive incremental payments based on user purchases made through these links.
 

Comments and Media

If users leave comments on our sites, we collect the data shown in the comments form, along with the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help with spam detection. When uploading images, avoid including embedded location data (EXIF GPS), as visitors can download and extract such data from images on the website.
 

Embedded Content from Other Websites

Articles or content on our websites may include embedded content (e.g., videos, images, articles). Embedded content from other websites behaves as if the visitor has visited the other website directly. These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with the embedded content.

Cookie Policy

Our websites use cookies to enhance your experience. Non-essential cookies require your explicit consent and can be opted out of through our cookie banner. Essential cookies necessary for site functionality cannot be disabled. Cookies may be used to store login preferences, track interactions, and customize your experience.

Data Retention

We retain user account data, comments, and metadata indefinitely to ensure seamless service and continuity. Users may request updates or deletion of their data at any time through their dashboards or by contacting us.

Automated Spam Detection

Visitor comments and other user-generated content may be checked through an automated spam detection service to ensure site security and content quality.

Data Security

We implement advanced security measures to protect your data, including encryption and secure storage systems. However, no online system is completely secure, and users should take precautions when sharing information online.

Contact Information

For questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Mailing Address: 11595 Kelly Rd., Suite 114, Fort Myers, FL 33912
Phone: (941) 777-4231