Effective Date: July 7, 2026
Welcome to BackyardLivingBooks.com (“Website,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). Your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your information.
By using this Website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy
Information We Collect
We may collect information in several ways.
Information You Provide
You may voluntarily provide information such as:
- Name
- Email address
- Information submitted through contact forms
- Newsletter sign-up information
- Customer service inquiries
If you request a free download, subscribe to our newsletter, or contact us, we collect only the information necessary to provide those services.
Automatically Collected Information
Like most websites, we automatically collect certain information, including:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Operating system
- Pages viewed
- Time spent on pages
- Referring website
- Date and time of visits
This information helps us improve the Website and better understand how visitors use our content.
Cookies
Our Website uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience.
Cookies may be used to:
- Remember visitor preferences
- Measure website traffic
- Improve website performance
- Help personalize content
You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although some features of the Website may not function properly.
Email Newsletter
If you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your name and email address.
We use this information to:
- Send newsletters
- Deliver free downloads and resources
- Notify you about new books
- Share gardening, homesteading, and backyard living tips
- Occasionally announce special offers
You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link included in every email.
Third-Party Services
We use trusted third-party providers to help operate our Website.
These may include:
- AWeber (email marketing)
- Google Analytics
- WordPress plugins
- Website hosting services
- Payment processors (if purchases are made directly through our Website)
These providers only receive information necessary to perform their services and maintain their own privacy policies.
Affiliate Links
Some pages may contain affiliate links.
If you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you.
We only recommend products we believe may be useful to our readers.
How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Operate and maintain the Website
- Send newsletters
- Deliver requested downloads
- Respond to inquiries
- Improve Website performance
- Analyze visitor activity
- Prevent fraud and protect Website security
- Comply with legal obligations
Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your information using industry-standard security practices.
However, no method of transmitting data over the Internet or storing electronic information is completely secure. While we work to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children’s Privacy
This Website is not directed toward children under the age of 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
If you believe a child has submitted personal information, please contact us so we can promptly remove it.
Your Rights
Depending on where you live, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information.
These may include the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your information
- Withdraw consent to marketing emails
- Request a copy of your information
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.
California Privacy Rights
If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under applicable California privacy laws regarding the personal information we collect and how it is used.
International Visitors
If you access this Website from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States.
By using this Website, you consent to this transfer.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised Effective Date.
We encourage you to review this page periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy, you may contact us at:
Backyard Living Books
Email: support@backyardlivingbooks.com
Website: https://backyardlivingbooks.com