{"id":3,"date":"2026-07-05T14:38:27","date_gmt":"2026-07-05T14:38:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/shabddhara.com\/?page_id=3"},"modified":"2026-07-13T22:01:53","modified_gmt":"2026-07-13T16:31:53","slug":"privacy-policy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/shabddhara.com\/?page_id=3","title":{"rendered":"Privacy Policy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-e8a36064\"><strong>Effective Date:<\/strong> July 13, 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-23d4ad8f\">Welcome to <strong>Shabddhara Publishing<\/strong> (&#8220;Shabddhara&#8221;, &#8220;we&#8221;, &#8220;our&#8221;, or &#8220;us&#8221;). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/shabddhara.com\/\">https:\/\/shabddhara.com<\/a><\/strong> or use any of our publishing services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-51ad4a2c\">By accessing our website or using our services, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-wd-divider wd-style-line wd-ba409eb9\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-4a1ef26b\">1. Information We Collect<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-a9d193ec\">We may collect the following information:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-83df7e95\">Personal Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Full Name<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email Address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mobile Number<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Postal Address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Country and State<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Billing Information<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-ccdb9605\">Publishing Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Manuscripts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Book Files<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cover Design Materials<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Author Biography<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Author Photograph (if voluntarily submitted)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ISBN-related information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Publishing preferences<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-d081b1ca\">Technical Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>IP Address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Browser Type<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Operating System<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Device Information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cookies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Website Usage Statistics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Referral Sources<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-wd-divider wd-style-line wd-4b073062\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-83277f98\">2. Why We Collect Your Information<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-e57af6d1\">We collect your information to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Publish your books<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assign ISBNs (where applicable)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Design and format manuscripts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Print and distribute books<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Process payments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Respond to customer support requests<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Send order updates<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improve our website and services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prevent fraud and abuse<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Comply with legal obligations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-wd-divider wd-style-line wd-2c238390\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-71ccfbcb\">3. Manuscript Confidentiality<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-f704c1ef\">We understand that every manuscript is the intellectual property of its author.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-ed3a77e5\">All manuscripts submitted to Shabddhara Publishing are treated as confidential. We do not publish, reproduce, distribute, or share any manuscript without the author&#8217;s permission except as necessary to provide the publishing services requested by the author.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-wd-divider wd-style-line wd-bb9ed0bb\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-3ab198f5\">4. Copyright Ownership<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-6be356ba\">Unless otherwise agreed in writing through a publishing agreement, authors retain the copyright to their original work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-a7df57db\">Publishing services provided by Shabddhara do not transfer copyright ownership to us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-wd-divider wd-style-line wd-34ba776d\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-c646a461\">5. Payment Information<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-9a285fc7\">Payments are securely processed through trusted third-party payment gateways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-61029219\">We do not store:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Credit Card Numbers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Debit Card Numbers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CVV<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>UPI PIN<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Internet Banking Passwords<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-5060ae80\">Financial transactions are protected using industry-standard encryption provided by our payment partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-wd-divider wd-style-line wd-da2ac77b\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-f6dcc631\">6. Cookies<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-9b842ce7\">Our website may use cookies to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Improve website performance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remember user preferences<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintain login sessions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Analyze visitor traffic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enhance browsing experience<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-54738c96\">You can disable cookies through your browser settings. However, some features of the website may not function properly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-wd-divider wd-style-line wd-fda5a405\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-227ec2ae\">7. Third-Party Services<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-ba17c68f\">We may use trusted third-party service providers, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Payment Gateway Providers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Google Analytics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Google Fonts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email Service Providers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shipping and Courier Partners<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cloud Storage Providers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Website Hosting Providers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-7211bd2f\">These providers process information according to their own privacy policies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-wd-divider wd-style-line wd-d55a0f7b\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-a1a47b25\">8. Data Security<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-75adf42a\">We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-1aa240b4\">Despite our efforts, no online system is completely secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-wd-divider wd-style-line wd-396295da\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-6b6150db\">9. Information Sharing<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-0eb04f85\">We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-44b86a3b\">Information may only be shared:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>With payment providers for payment processing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>With shipping partners for book delivery<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>With printing partners to fulfill publishing services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If required by law, court order, or government authority<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-wd-divider wd-style-line wd-d0fc1481\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-0d8a861a\">10. Data Retention<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-64382257\">We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Complete publishing services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintain business records<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Meet legal and tax obligations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Resolve disputes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-wd-divider wd-style-line wd-b8daced3\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-295747b7\">11. Your Rights<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-0fe43360\">You may request to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Access your personal information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Correct inaccurate information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Update your details<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Request deletion of personal information (subject to legal obligations)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Withdraw consent where applicable<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-0bf7946e\">Requests may be submitted using the contact details below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-wd-divider wd-style-line wd-74e7028f\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-65ea9b27\">12. Children&#8217;s Privacy<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-8aed9dce\">Our services are intended for individuals aged 18 years or older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate parental or guardian consent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-wd-divider wd-style-line wd-f84f0198\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-a14c723c\">13. External Links<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-afb1c6dc\">Our website may contain links to third-party websites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-24b432aa\">We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-wd-divider wd-style-line wd-c628a6c8\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-93fee7d7\">14. Changes to This Privacy Policy<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-7bf4b8cf\">We may revise this Privacy Policy from time to time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-64e03f6b\">The updated version will be published on this page with a revised Effective Date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-0342d6ac\">Continued use of our website after changes indicates acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-wd-divider wd-style-line wd-825e0bdf\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-wd-title title wd-b43ba36e\">15. Contact Information<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-7e8adf57\">If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-d5ed9175\"><strong>Shabddhara Publishing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-2223eeb2\">Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/shabddhara.com\/\">https:\/\/shabddhara.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-aa33782e\">Email: <a href=\"mailto:support@shabddhara.com\">support@shabddhara.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-wd-paragraph wd-bc23ce3b\">Business Hours:<br>Monday \u2013 Saturday<br>10:00 AM \u2013 6:00 PM (IST)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-wd-divider wd-style-line wd-3879355d\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thank you for trusting Shabddhara Publishing with your publishing journey. 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