Privacy Policy

How your information is collected, used, and protected

This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, and protected when you visit stinaesc.com. It applies only to information collected through this website.

Information We Collect

We collect only the information you choose to provide. This may include:

  • Name and email address (for purchases, contact forms, or newsletters)

  • Information submitted for manuscript reviews, creative submissions, or service inquiries

  • Messages or details you include in forms or email communication

  • Basic usage data collected automatically through analytics tools

We do not knowingly collect sensitive personal information.

How Your Information Is Used

Your information may be used to:

  • Deliver digital products such as ebooks and writing templates

  • Provide manuscript review services and respond to related inquiries

  • Communicate with you about your purchase, request, or submission

  • Send newsletters or updates (only if you opt in)

  • Improve website performance, content, and user experience

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

Payments and Digital Products

All purchases made through this website are processed through secure third-party providers integrated with Squarespace.

We do not store full payment details such as credit card numbers. Payment processors handle this information securely in accordance with their own privacy policies.

Digital products are delivered via email or direct download. Basic purchase information (such as your name, email, and order details) is retained for record keeping and support purposes.

Legal Basis for Processing (If Applicable)

Information is processed based on one or more of the following:

  • Your consent (such as subscribing to emails)

  • Fulfilling a service or purchase you requested

  • Legitimate business interests, such as improving site functionality

Cookies and Analytics

This website uses cookies and similar technologies to understand how visitors interact with the site.

We may use tools such as:

  • Google Analytics

  • Google Search Console

These tools collect anonymized data such as pages visited, time on site, and general location (not precise address).

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.

Third-Party Services

We use trusted third-party services to operate this website, including:

  • Squarespace (website hosting, forms, and email delivery)

  • Payment processors (for secure transactions)

  • Analytics providers

These services may process limited personal data only as needed to perform their functions. We do not share more information than necessary.

Email and Communications

If you choose to subscribe or make a purchase, you may receive emails related to:

  • Order confirmations and product delivery

  • Responses to inquiries or services

  • Optional newsletters or updates (only if you opt in)

You can unsubscribe from non-transactional emails at any time using the link provided in those emails.

Social Media and External Links

This website may link to social media platforms or external websites. Interacting with those platforms is subject to their own privacy policies.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for its intended purpose, including:

  • Purchase records: retained for accounting and support

  • Manuscript review submissions: retained as needed to complete services

  • Creative work related to anthology or book submissions

  • Email subscriptions: retained until you unsubscribe

  • Contact form submissions: retained until the request is resolved

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Request access to the personal data we hold about you

  • Correct or update your information

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Opt out of email communications at any time

To make a request, please use the contact form on this website.

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information.

  • Data is transmitted securely using SSL encryption

  • Access is limited to authorized individuals

  • Systems are maintained to reduce the risk of unauthorized access

No method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, but appropriate safeguards are in place.

Children’s Privacy

This website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Policy Updates

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Last updated: April 28, 2026

Contact

If you have questions or concerns about this policy, please use the contact form on this website.