Busload of Books Inc. respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect the information you share with us through our website, email communications, and online donation forms.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

1. Personal Information You Provide

• Name, email address, phone number, or mailing address when you sign up for our newsletter, contact us, or make a donation.
• Payment information (such as credit card number and billing address) when you make a donation. Payment details are processed securely by our third-party payment processor and are not stored on our servers.

1. Automatically Collected Information
   Our website may collect non-identifiable information such as browser type, device type, pages visited, and referring website. This helps us understand how visitors use our site and improve their experience.
2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Process and acknowledge donations
• Send newsletters, updates, and event invitations (only if you opt in)
• Respond to inquiries or requests
• Improve our website and communications
• Comply with legal and reporting obligations

You may unsubscribe from our mailing list at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of any email or by contacting us directly.

3. How We Share Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
We may share limited information only in the following circumstances:

• With trusted service providers (such as payment processors or email platforms) who assist in our operations, under confidentiality agreements.
• When required by law, regulation, or court order.

4. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve functionality and analyze traffic. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, though some parts of the site may not function properly if you do.

6. Your Choices

You may:

• Request to review, update, or delete your personal information by contacting us.
• Opt out of receiving emails by using the unsubscribe link or contacting us directly.

7. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to other sites not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party sites.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The “Effective Date” above will always indicate the latest revision.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact us:

Busload of Books Inc.
100 South Queen Street
Chestertown, MD 21620
info@busloadofbooks.com
443-480-9859