Privacy Policy for Room of Reads
Last Updated: November 26, 2025
Thank you for visiting Room of Reads (“we,” “us,” or “our”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring your personal information is handled responsibly, transparently, and in accordance with applicable data protection laws. This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, how it is protected, and the rights you have when using roomofreads.com (“the Site”). By accessing the Site, you agree to the practices described in this Policy.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide Voluntarily
We may collect personal information you choose to share with us, including:
- Your name and email address (for newsletter subscriptions or contact forms)
- The content of messages you send us
- Information submitted when leaving comments on the Site
This information is used solely for communication, engagement, and delivering requested updates.
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit the Site, we may automatically collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Geographic region (non-specific)
- Pages visited, time spent, and referring sources
This information helps us understand user behavior, improve content quality, and maintain website performance.
1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies, analytics tools, and similar technologies to:
- Personalize your experience
- Analyze traffic and user trends
- Improve performance and content relevance
You may disable cookies in your browser settings at any time. Some features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected data for the following purposes:
- Responding to questions, messages, or comments
- Delivering newsletters or updates (only if you subscribed)
- Improving the Site’s content, layout, and user experience
- Monitoring performance, security, and technical issues
- Operating affiliate programs including Amazon Associates and Audible
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
3. Third-Party Services
We may work with trusted third-party service providers to operate our Site. These may include:
- Email marketing tools (e.g., Mailchimp, ConvertKit)
- Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
- Hosting and security services
- Affiliate programs such as Amazon Services LLC Associates Program and Audible Affiliate Program
These third parties may only access information necessary to perform their services and operate under their own privacy policies.
4. Comments and Anti-Spam Protection
When you leave a comment on the Site, we may collect:
- The data entered into the comment form
- Your IP address and browser user agent
This helps us detect spam and maintain a safe environment.
5. Email Subscriptions
If you subscribe to our newsletter, we will use your email address solely to send:
- New blog posts
- Book recommendations
- Site updates or relevant content
You may unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in every email.
6. Affiliate Links and Advertising
Room of Reads participates in:
- Amazon Services LLC Associates Program
- Audible Affiliate Program
These programs allow us to earn commissions by linking to Amazon.com or Audible.com. If you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. Affiliate partners may use cookies to track purchases. All posts containing affiliate links will include a clear disclosure.
7. Children’s Privacy
The Site is intended for users aged 13 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have received information from a child under 13, please contact us so we can remove it.
8. Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, misuse, or loss. However, no online system can guarantee complete security.
9. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request corrections or updates
- Request deletion of your information
- Limit or restrict how your data is used
- Withdraw consent (for example, unsubscribe from emails)
If you wish to exercise any of these rights, contact us using the email provided below.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our data practices. The updated Policy will always include the revised “Last Updated” date at the top of this page.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, you can reach us at: contact@roomofread.com
