Privacy, Disclosures & Disclaimer

Privacy Policy

This policy explains what information Speak Easy Bookshelf ("we," "us," or "the site") collects when you visit speakeasybooks.com, how we use it, and the choices you have. We keep data collection to a minimum.

Who we are

Speak Easy Bookshelf publishes communication books for kids, teens, adults, and professionals — see About Speak Easy Bookshelf for who we are and how the books are researched. You can reach us at speakeasybookshelf@gmail.com (or see Contact for other reasons to write in) with any question about your information or this policy.

What we collect

• Email address. If you sign up for our tips or newsletter, we collect the email address you enter, and any name you choose to provide. You give this to us on purpose; we do not collect it any other way.
• Basic technical data. Like most websites, our hosting provider automatically records standard server information (such as your IP address, browser type, and the pages you visit) to deliver and secure the site.
• Anonymous visit counts. We use GoatCounter, a cookie-free analytics tool, to see roughly how many people visit each page. It does not use cookies, does not store your IP address, and cannot track you across visits or sites.

We do not run advertising or cross-site tracking on the site, and we do not sell your information to anyone.

How we use your information

• To send you the tips, updates, and occasional announcements you signed up for.
• To respond to messages you send us.
• To operate, secure, and improve the website.

We only email people who asked to hear from us, and every email includes an unsubscribe link. You can opt out at any time.

Service providers

We use a few trusted companies to run the site. They process data on our behalf and under their own privacy terms:

• Kit (email signup and delivery). Your email address is stored with Kit so we can send you what you subscribed to.
• Netlify (website hosting), which processes standard server and connection data.
• GoatCounter (anonymous visit counting), which does not receive cookies, IP addresses, or any other personal data from this site.
• Amazon, when you click a link to a book (see Amazon Links below).

Cookies

The site uses only the cookies needed for basic functions, such as our email signup form and our host. We do not use advertising or cross-site tracking cookies. You can block or delete cookies in your browser settings; the site will still work.

Your choices and rights

Depending on where you live, you may have the right to access the personal information we hold about you, correct it, or ask us to delete it. To make any of these requests, or to unsubscribe from email, contact us at speakeasybookshelf@gmail.com or use the unsubscribe link in any email. We will respond within a reasonable time. If instead you've spotted a factual error in a book, the app, or this site, see Corrections.

Children

Although we publish books for young readers, this website is intended for adults, such as parents, educators, and adult readers. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us information, contact us and we will delete it. For the specifics on our free Kids-edition companion app, see Privacy & Safety for Parents.

Data retention

We keep your email address for as long as you stay subscribed. If you unsubscribe or ask us to delete your information, we remove it from our active lists.

Changes to this policy

We may update this policy from time to time. When we do, we will change the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.

Amazon Links

Links to Amazon on this site go to our own books. They are plain product links, not affiliate links: we do not earn an advertising commission when you buy through them. Clicking one never changes the price you pay.

Book & Content Disclaimer

The books, guides, and other material published by Speak Easy Bookshelf are for general educational and informational purposes. They share practical communication skills and ideas.

This content is not professional advice. It is not a substitute for medical, psychological, therapeutic, legal, or financial advice from a qualified professional. If you have concerns that call for that kind of help, please speak with a licensed practitioner.

Communication is a skill, and results depend on the person and the practice they put in. We cannot promise any specific outcome. We have done our best to make the material accurate and useful, but we make no warranty that it is complete or suitable for every situation, and we are not liable for how it is used.