Mercedes Killeen Books: Legal

LEGAL INFO

Effective Date: May 19th/2024

Mercedes Killeen Books ("MKB," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website https://www.mercedeskilleen.com as well as your rights in relation to that information. By accessing or using our website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not access or use our website.

Information We Collect

We do not directly collect any personal data from users of our website. However, our website links to a booking page hosted by a third party, where personal information such as email addresses may be required. Additionally, third parties such as our web host and analytics providers may collect data automatically as you navigate our website. This data may include:

IP addresses
Browser type and version
Pages visited and time spent on each page
Date and time of visit
Other diagnostic data

Use of Information

The data collected by third parties is used to analyze website traffic and improve the user experience. We do not have access to this data and do not use it for any purposes other than those outlined by the third-party services.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience. Cookies are small files placed on your device that help the website remember your preferences and activities. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our website.

Third-Party Data Sharing

We do not share your personal data with any third parties. However, third-party service providers, such as Google Analytics and the third-party booking page, may collect data about your usage of our website. Their privacy policies can be found at:

Google Analytics: https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites
Booking Page Provider: https://tidycal.com/privacy-policy

User Rights

If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain data protection rights under the GDPR. These rights include:

The right to access: You have the right to request copies of your personal data.
The right to rectification: You have the right to request that we correct any information you believe is inaccurate or complete information you believe is incomplete.
The right to erasure: You have the right to request that we erase your personal data, under certain conditions.
The right to restrict processing: You have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your personal data, under certain conditions.
The right to object to processing: You have the right to object to our processing of your personal data, under certain conditions.
The right to data portability: You have the right to request that we transfer the data that we have collected to another organization, or directly to you, under certain conditions.

Since we do not collect or store personal data directly, you may need to contact the third-party service providers directly to exercise these rights. If you make a request, we have one month to respond to you.

Security Measures

We take reasonable measures to protect the security of our website. However, please be aware that no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently received personal data from a visitor under the age of 13, we will delete the information from our records.

International Users

If you are accessing our website from outside Canada, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in Canada, where our servers are located and our central database is operated. By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to our facilities and those third parties with whom we share it as described in this Privacy Policy.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the effective date at the top. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Your continued use of the website after any changes signifies your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at mercedes.killeen@gmail.com.

Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada. Any disputes arising from this Privacy Policy or your use of the website shall be resolved in accordance with these laws.

Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: May 19th/2024

Welcome to the website of Mercedes Killeen Books ("MKB," "we," "us," or "our"). By accessing or using this website, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms & Conditions ("Terms"). If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use this website. These Terms shall constitute as a legally binding agreement, and is entered into by and between you and MKB as of the date you access this website.

Intellectual Property Rights

This website and all of its content, not owned by third parties, are the exclusive property of MKB. MKB, as the author of published and linked writing, photography, and other creative works, asserts her moral and legal rights to be identified as the author and owner of such works in accordance with applicable copyright laws and legislation, as well as all rights of copyright and intellectual property afforded therein.

No part of this website or its contents may be used or reproduced in any manner whatsoever without the express written permission of MKB or the owner of such works, except for brief quotations in critical articles and reviews with proper attribution of authorship and ownership to MKB.

User Obligations

Users agree to use the website only for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not infringe the rights of, restrict, or inhibit anyone else’s use and enjoyment of the website. Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to:

Unauthorized access to, or use of, data, systems, or networks, including any attempt to probe, scan, or test the vulnerability of the website or breach security or authentication measures.
Transmitting any material that contains viruses, malware, or any other harmful code.
Engaging in any activity that disrupts the normal operation of the website.
Using the website to transmit unsolicited communications or spam.

Links to Third-Party Websites

This website may contain links to third-party websites where works of MKB are hosted. Users access these links at their own risk. MKB makes no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy or completeness of the information on these third-party websites and assumes no responsibility or liability for any inaccuracies or errors in the content or data of such sites.

Modification of Terms

MKB reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the website. Users are responsible for reviewing these Terms periodically to ensure awareness of any modifications. Continued use of the website after modifications are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

Termination

MKB reserves the right to terminate your access to the website without prior notice if you violate these Terms or if MKB, at its sole discretion, believes that your conduct is harmful to the interests of other users, MKB, or third parties.

Disclaimers

The website is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. MKB disclaims all warranties, express or implied, regarding the website's operation or the information, content, materials, or products included on the website. To the fullest extent permissible by applicable law, MKB disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.

Limitation of Liability

MKB shall not be liable for any damages of any kind arising from the use of this website, including but not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, and consequential damages.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless MKB, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and third parties from and against any claims, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable attorney's fees) arising out of your use of the website, any user content you submit, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any third party's rights or applicable laws.

Service Availability

MKB does not guarantee that the website will be available at all times. The website may be subject to interruptions, may be temporarily unavailable, or may be taken offline for maintenance or other reasons without prior notice.

Feedback and Submissions

Any feedback, comments, or suggestions you may provide regarding MKB or the website are entirely voluntary. MKB shall be free to use such feedback, comments, or suggestions as it sees fit and without any obligation to you.