Privacy Policy

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Last updated: November 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how I collect, use, and protect your information when you visit my website.

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1. Who I Am

This website is operated by Claire McDonagh, an author of fiction and creative works.
If you have any questions about this policy, you can contact me at:
clairemcdonaghbooks.com

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2. What Information I Collect

I may collect the following information:

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Information you provide directly:

• Email address (if you subscribe to my newsletter or contact me)

• Name (optional, if you provide it)

Information collected automatically:

• Basic website usage information such as pages visited and time spent (if you use analytics tools such as Google Analytics)

• Your IP address and browser type (automatically collected by most websites)

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3. How I Use Your Information

I use your information to:

• Send newsletters or updates you choose to receive

• Respond to messages sent through my contact form or email

• Improve the website and understand visitor interests

• Maintain website security

I do not sell or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes.

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4. Legal Bases for Processing (GDPR)

If you are in the UK or EU, I process your data based on:

• Your consent — e.g., subscribing to a newsletter

• Legitimate interests — e.g., improving site performance or preventing misuse

You can withdraw your consent at any time.

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5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

This website may use cookies or similar technologies to:

• Enable basic site functions

• Collect anonymous analytics (if enabled)

You can disable cookies in your browser settings.

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6. Third-Party Services

I may use trusted third-party providers such as:

• Email newsletter platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, Substack, ConvertKit)

• Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)

These services only receive the information needed to perform their functions.

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7. How I Store and Protect Your Data

I take reasonable steps to keep your information secure and prevent unauthorised access.
I only keep your data for as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy.

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8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights including:

• Access to your personal data

• Correction of inaccurate data

• Requesting deletion of your data

• Withdrawing consent

• Requesting a copy of your data

To exercise any of these rights, you can submit a form on the website.

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9. Changes to This Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be posted on this page with a new "Last updated" date.

10. Contact Me

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact me at:
by submitting a form on the website