Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 12, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Author Vinod Dubey’s official website.

This website shares information about Vinod Dubey, his books, poetry, literary works, articles, events, and other writing-related activities. It also helps readers discover his publications and find ways to connect with him.

We respect the privacy of our visitors and are committed to handling personal information responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains what information may be collected when you visit this website, how it may be used, and what choices you have regarding your information.

By accessing this website, you acknowledge this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

You can browse most of the website without providing personal information.

However, certain information may be collected when you interact with the website.

Information You Provide Voluntarily

If you contact the author regarding books, literary events, poetry, collaborations, or general enquiries, you may provide information such as:

  • Your name
  • Email address
  • Phone number, if you choose to share it
  • Your message or enquiry
  • Any other information you voluntarily include in your communication

Please avoid sharing sensitive personal information unless it is necessary for your enquiry.

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit the website, certain technical information may be collected automatically, depending on the website’s configuration. This may include:

  • Browser and device information
  • IP address
  • Pages visited
  • Date and time of access
  • Referring website
  • General website usage information

This information may be used to maintain website security, understand visitor activity, and improve the website experience.

3. How We Use Your Information

Information collected through this website may be used for the following purposes:

  • To respond to readers’ questions and enquiries.
  • To provide information about the author’s books and publications.
  • To communicate regarding literary events, interviews, or collaborations.
  • To respond to messages about poetry, articles, and other literary works.
  • To maintain and improve website functionality.
  • To understand how visitors use the website.
  • To prevent spam, misuse, and unauthorized activities.
  • To comply with applicable legal requirements.

We use personal information only for appropriate purposes related to the website and the communication initiated by visitors.

4. Books and External Purchase Links

This website displays information about books written by Vinod Dubey, including descriptions, publication details, and links to external platforms where readers may explore or purchase books.

Some links may direct visitors to Amazon, publishers, bookstores, or other third-party platforms.

When you click these links, you leave this website and become subject to the privacy policies and terms of the destination website.

We do not control how third-party platforms collect or process your information, handle payments, manage orders, or deliver purchased books.

Any purchase made through an external platform is governed by that platform’s applicable terms and policies.

Please review the relevant privacy policy before providing personal or payment information on an external website.

5. Book Enquiries and WhatsApp Communication

The website may provide a WhatsApp contact option for readers interested in books, particularly those seeking information about purchasing books in Singapore.

If you contact the author through WhatsApp, any information you provide, such as your name, message, or address, may be used to respond to your enquiry or assist with your specific request.

Please share your mailing address only when necessary for the purpose of your enquiry.

WhatsApp is a third-party messaging service. Your use of WhatsApp is subject to its own privacy policy and terms of service.

We are not responsible for the independent data-processing practices of WhatsApp or other external communication services.

Please note: Contacting the author through WhatsApp does not automatically mean that a book order has been placed or confirmed.

6. Poetry, Articles, and Literary Content

This website may publish poems, articles, letters, discussions, literary reflections, interviews, and other creative works.

Visitors can read and explore this content without necessarily providing personal information.

If you contact the author regarding any published work, the information you provide may be used to respond to your message.

All literary content is intended for reading, information, and appreciation. Any personal information shared by visitors in their communications will be handled in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

7. Events and Photo Gallery

The website may display information about literary events, poetry sessions, book-related activities, public appearances, and photographs from such events.

Photographs and event information published on the website are intended to document the author’s literary activities and public engagements.

If you have a privacy-related concern about a photograph or other content displayed on the website, you may contact us through the available contact details to request a review.

Any such request will be considered appropriately, subject to applicable law and relevant circumstances.

8. Cookies and Website Analytics

This website may use cookies or similar technologies to support its functionality, improve performance, or understand how visitors interact with its pages.

Cookies are small text files stored on your device by websites.

If analytics tools are enabled, they may collect information about website visits, page views, traffic sources, and general visitor behaviour.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Some website features may not function as intended if certain cookies are disabled.

The use of cookies and analytics depends on the services enabled on the website.

9. Third-Party Services

The website may contain links to or integrate services provided by third parties, including:

  • Amazon and other book-purchasing platforms
  • Publishers and bookstores
  • WhatsApp and other communication services
  • YouTube and other media platforms
  • Website hosting, security, or analytics providers

These third parties may process information according to their own privacy policies.

We do not control the privacy practices of external websites and services. Visitors are encouraged to review the applicable policies before using them.

10. Advertising

If advertising services such as Google AdSense are used on this website, advertising partners may use cookies or similar technologies to display advertisements, measure advertising performance, or personalize advertisements where permitted by applicable settings and laws.

Third-party advertising providers operate under their own privacy policies.

For more information, please review:

This section applies only if advertising services are enabled on the website.

11. Sharing of Personal Information

We do not sell visitors’ personal information.

Personal information may be disclosed in limited circumstances, including:

  • When necessary to respond to a request or provide a service initiated by you.
  • When required by applicable law or a lawful legal process.
  • When necessary to protect the website, its users, or our legal rights.
  • When information must be processed by service providers supporting website operations.

We aim to limit the sharing of personal information to what is reasonably necessary for the relevant purpose.

12. Data Security and Retention

Reasonable measures may be taken to protect personal information against unauthorized access, misuse, alteration, or disclosure.

However, no method of electronic storage or internet transmission can guarantee absolute security.

Personal information received through enquiries may be retained for as long as reasonably necessary to respond to the enquiry, maintain relevant communication, meet legal obligations, or resolve disputes.

Where information is no longer required, appropriate steps may be taken to delete it, subject to applicable legal requirements.

13. Children’s Privacy

This website is intended for readers and visitors interested in books, poetry, literature, and the author’s work.

We do not knowingly seek to collect unnecessary personal information from children.

If you believe that a child has provided personal information through this website inappropriately, please contact us so that the matter can be reviewed and appropriate action can be taken.

14. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on the laws applicable to you, you may have the right to:

  • Request access to personal information you have provided.
  • Request correction of inaccurate information.
  • Request deletion of personal information, where applicable.
  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
  • Raise concerns about the handling of your personal information.

To make a privacy-related request, please contact us through the website’s available contact channels.

We may request additional information to verify your identity before acting on certain requests.

15. External Links and Website Content

This website may link to external websites for book purchases, videos, publications, interviews, and other literary resources.

These external websites operate independently and may have different privacy practices.

We are not responsible for their content, privacy policies, security, or data-processing practices.

Visitors should review the relevant terms and privacy policies before interacting with third-party websites.

16. Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in website features, services, or applicable legal requirements.

Any revised version will be published on this page with an updated revision date.

Visitors are encouraged to review this page periodically.

17. Contact

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests relating to this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact Vinod Dubey through the contact details available on the official website.

Website: Author Vinod Dubey

We will make reasonable efforts to review and respond to privacy-related enquiries.