This Privacy Policy explains how Angela D. Shelton (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit angeladshelton.com (the “Site”), sign up for the newsletter, leave a comment, contact us, or make a purchase. By using the Site, you agree to the practices described here.
Last updated: September 12, 2026.
Who we are
Angela D. Shelton is an author. Our website address is https://angeladshelton.com. If you have any questions about this policy or your personal information, you can reach us through the Contact page.
Information we collect
We only collect information that you choose to give us, along with a small amount of technical data that most websites gather automatically:
- When you join the newsletter or use a form: your name and email address, and anything else you include in a message.
- When you leave a comment: the name and email you enter, your comment, and your IP address and browser information (used to help detect spam).
- When you make a purchase: your name, billing and shipping address, email, and order details. Payment card details are entered on and processed by our payment provider — we do not see or store your full card number.
- Automatically, as you browse: your IP address, browser type, the pages you view, and similar usage data, collected through cookies and website analytics.
How we use your information
- To send you the newsletter and updates you signed up for, including new release announcements.
- To respond to your messages and questions.
- To process and fulfill orders and provide customer support.
- To display and moderate comments.
- To understand how the Site is used so we can improve it, and to keep the Site secure.
Email and the newsletter
We only email you if you have asked to hear from us. Every newsletter includes an unsubscribe link, and you can opt out at any time. We do not sell or rent your email address to anyone.
Cookies
Cookies are small files stored on your device. We use them to remember your preferences, to keep items in your cart during checkout, and to measure Site traffic. You can block or delete cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not work as well without them.
Analytics
We use website analytics to see general information such as how many people visit the Site and which pages are most popular. This helps us create content readers enjoy. This data is used in aggregate and is not used to personally identify you.
Purchases and payments
If you buy something from the Site, your payment is handled securely by a third-party payment processor. We receive confirmation of your order and the information needed to fulfill it, but we do not store your full payment card details on our servers.
How we share your information
We do not sell your personal information. We share it only with the trusted service providers that help us run the Site — for example, our website host, email/newsletter service, analytics provider, and payment processor — and only as needed to provide those services. We may also disclose information if required by law.
How long we keep your information
We keep your information only as long as needed for the purposes described above — for example, for as long as you are subscribed to the newsletter, or as required to keep records of orders. Comments and their metadata are kept so that follow-up comments can be recognized and approved automatically.
Your rights and choices
You can unsubscribe from emails at any time, and you can ask us to show you, correct, or delete the personal information we hold about you. To make a request, contact us through the Contact page. We will respond as required by applicable privacy laws.
Children’s privacy
This Site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us information, please contact us and we will delete it.
Links and embedded content
The Site may link to or embed content from other websites (such as social media or videos). Those sites have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for how they handle your information.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the “last updated” date at the top of this page.
Contact us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please reach out through the Contact page.