Privacy Policy

Last updated: December, 2025

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This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, and protected when you visit lesliebscott.com (the “Site”). By using this Site, you consent to the practices described below.

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1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide Voluntarily

We collect personal information only when you choose to provide it. This may include:

• Your name and email address when you sign up for the newsletter

• Information submitted through the contact form

• Information submitted through the Book Club Event Request Form

• Any details you provide through direct communication

 

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Site, certain data may be collected automatically through cookies or analytics tools (such as Google Analytics). This may include:

• Browser type and version

• IP address

• Pages visited

• Time spent on the Site

• General geographic location (not exact address)

All analytics data collected is anonymous and cannot be used to personally identify you.

 

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used solely for:

• Responding to inquiries you submit

• Reviewing and processing book club and event requests

• Sending newsletters or updates if you have subscribed

• Improving website performance, content, and usability

• Fulfilling any legal obligations

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

 

3. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

The Site may use cookies to:

• Improve your user experience

• Analyze website traffic

• Understand visitor behaviour

You can disable cookies at any time through your browser settings.
Disabling cookies may limit some website functionality.

 

4. Email Communication

If you subscribe to the newsletter, your email address will be processed through a third-party email service provider (such as Mailchimp, Substack, or another platform).
You may unsubscribe from these communications at any time by clicking the link in the footer of any email.

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Your email address will never be sold or shared with unrelated third parties.

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5. Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to external websites, including book retailers, social media platforms, or media outlets.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites.
Please review their policies before providing personal information.

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6. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to safeguard your information from unauthorized access, misuse, or loss.
However, no data transmission over the internet is completely secure.
Use the Site at your own discretion.

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7. Your Rights

You may request:

• A copy of the personal information we hold about you

• Corrections to inaccurate information

• Deletion of your personal data

• To withdraw consent for receiving emails or updates

To exercise these rights, please contact:
hello@lesliebscott.com

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8. Children’s Privacy

This Site is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
If you believe we may have unintentionally collected such information, please contact us immediately.

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9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically.
The “Last updated” date at the top reflects the most recent changes.
Continued use of the Site after any updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

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10. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:

Email: hello@lesliebscott.com

Website: www.lesliebscott.com