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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: May 29, 2025

Introduction

Welcome to Kendiro's Worlds. This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit my website, join my mailing list, participate in my referral program, or interact with me through other platforms.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing and using this website and its services, you acknowledge that you have read and understand this Privacy Policy.

Information I Collect

Personal Information

I may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when subscribing to my newsletter, participating in the profession survey, using the referral program, or contacting me, including:

  • Name (if provided)
  • Email address
  • Survey responses
  • Messages you send through contact forms
  • Email addresses suggested through the referral program

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit my website, certain information is automatically collected, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Operating system
  • Pages visited
  • Time spent on pages
  • Referring website

How I Use Your Information

I use the information collected for the following purposes:

  • Send you newsletters with updates about my books, novellas, promotions, and events
  • Process referral program participation and rewards
  • Respond to your inquiries
  • Improve website content and user experience
  • Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
  • Comply with legal obligations

Referral Program Data Handling

What We Collect Through Referrals

When you participate in our "Bring a Friend" referral program, we collect:

  • Your email address (the person making the referral)
  • Suggested friend's email address (the person you're referring)
  • Date and time of the referral suggestion
  • Referral status (pending, completed, or expired)

How We Use Referral Data

Referral data is used exclusively for:

  • Matching purposes only: To identify when someone you've referred voluntarily subscribes to our newsletter
  • Reward fulfillment: To send you exclusive bonus content when a referral is completed
  • Program administration: To prevent abuse and maintain program integrity

Important: No Automatic Emails

We DO NOT send automatic emails to people you refer. Your suggested friends must voluntarily subscribe to our newsletter through our standard signup process. We only recognize the connection after they choose to join on their own.

Data Retention for Referrals

  • Pending referrals: Automatically deleted after 90 days if the referred person doesn't subscribe
  • Completed referrals: Retained for program administration and reward delivery
  • Your referral history: Kept for account management and program participation tracking

Your Referral Rights

Regarding referral data, you have the right to:

  • View your referral activity and suggested contacts
  • Request deletion of specific suggested email addresses
  • Opt out of the referral program entirely
  • Report if your email was suggested without your consent

Consent and Responsibilities

By participating in the referral program, you confirm that:

  • You have explicit permission from people whose emails you suggest
  • They are aware you're suggesting them for our newsletter
  • You understand we will NOT send them automatic emails
  • They must voluntarily subscribe through our standard process

Third-Party Services

Email Service Provider

I use MailerLite to manage my mailing list and send newsletters. Your information is stored securely on their servers according to their privacy policy.

Email Delivery Service

I use Resend to deliver referral program emails and notifications. Your information is processed according to their privacy policy.

Database Services

I use Firebase (Google Cloud) to securely store referral program data and user preferences. This data is processed according to Google's Privacy Policy.

Analytics Tools

I use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with my website. This tool collects anonymous usage data to help improve the website experience. You can learn more about how Google Analytics processes data in Google's Privacy Policy.

Social Media Platforms

My website includes social media features such as Facebook and TikTok links. These features may collect information about you according to the privacy policies of those platforms.

Cookies

My website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help the website remember your preferences and behavior.

The types of cookies used on this website include:

  • Essential cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly
  • Analytics cookies: Help understand how visitors interact with the site
  • Preference cookies: Remember your choices and settings

You can set your browser to refuse cookies, but this may limit your ability to use certain features of the website.

Data Security

I implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

Your Rights

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

  • Access the personal information I hold about you
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Delete your personal information
  • Object to or restrict certain processing activities
  • Withdraw consent at any time (particularly for mailing list subscriptions)
  • Request deletion of referral suggestions you've made
  • Report unauthorized referral suggestions involving your email

To exercise these rights, please contact me using the contact information provided at the end of this policy.

Children's Privacy

My website and services are not directed to individuals under the age of 16. I do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided me with personal information, please contact me immediately.

International Data Transfers

As I operate globally, your information may be transferred to countries with different data protection laws. I will take appropriate measures to ensure your information remains protected to standards at least as high as those in the European Union.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by an updated "Last Updated" date. I encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact me at:

Email: info@kendiro.com

Compliance with Regulations

This privacy policy was created to comply with various privacy regulations including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).