Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 7, 2026
Last Updated: January 7, 2026
At eBookSelf.in, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal data of our Readers and Authors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information in accordance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (India), its subsequent updates, and applicable global data protection standards such as the GDPR.
Disclaimer: This Privacy Policy is provided for informational purposes. Given the strict penalties under the DPDP Act and other data protection laws, we strongly recommend reviewing this policy with a qualified legal professional before deployment.
1. Information We Collect
We collect only the information necessary to provide our ebook publishing and reading services.
a) Information from Readers
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Full name
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Email address
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Billing address
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Purchase history
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Reading preferences (e.g., bookmarks, progress, genre interests)
b) Information from Authors
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Legal name and/or pen name
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Email address and contact details
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Tax identification details (PAN / GST, where applicable)
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Bank account details for royalty disbursement
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Publishing and sales data related to uploaded works
c) Technical & Usage Data
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IP address
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Browser type and operating system
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Device identifiers
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Log data for security, DRM enforcement, and fraud prevention
2. Lawful Use of Personal Data
We process personal data only with explicit consent or where legally required, for the following purposes:
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Order Fulfillment: Delivering purchased ebooks and managing user libraries
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Royalty Processing: Calculating sales, generating reports, and disbursing author earnings
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Account Communication: Service-related emails, platform updates, and notifications
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Marketing (Opt-In Only): New releases, offers, and recommendations
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Security & Compliance: Preventing fraud, piracy, and unauthorized access to copyrighted content
3. Data Sharing & Third Parties
We do not sell or rent your personal data.
Data is shared only with trusted third parties strictly required for platform operations:
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Payment Gateways: Such as Razorpay or Stripe, for secure transaction processing
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Cloud & Hosting Providers: Secure servers used to host ebooks and user data
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Legal & Regulatory Authorities: When required under applicable laws, court orders, or government directives
All third parties are contractually bound to maintain data confidentiality and security.
4. Your Rights as a Data Principal
In accordance with the DPDP Act, 2023, you have the following rights:
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Right to Access: Request a summary of the personal data we hold about you
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Right to Correction: Update or rectify inaccurate or outdated information
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Right to Erasure: Request deletion of personal data, subject to legal, tax, or accounting retention obligations
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Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time through account settings or by contacting us
Withdrawal of consent may limit access to certain platform features.
5. Data Security Measures
We take data protection seriously and implement industry-standard safeguards, including:
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AES-256 encryption for stored manuscripts and sensitive data
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SSL/TLS encryption for data transmitted over the internet
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Digital Rights Management (DRM) technology to prevent unauthorized copying or redistribution of ebooks
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Regular system monitoring and access controls
Despite best efforts, no system can be 100% secure. Users are encouraged to protect their login credentials.
6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
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Maintain login sessions
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Save reading progress across devices
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Improve platform performance and user experience
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain features.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill contractual obligations or comply with legal requirements, including tax and financial record-keeping for authors.
8. Grievance Officer
In compliance with Indian law, we have appointed a Grievance Officer to address privacy-related concerns.
Grievance Officer: [Insert Name]
Email: grievance@ebookself.in
Address: [Insert Registered Office Address]
Complaints will be acknowledged and resolved within the timelines prescribed under applicable law.
9. Regulatory Compliance Requirements
To comply with 2026 data protection standards, eBookSelf.in ensures:
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Clear, unticked consent checkboxes during sign-up
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Easy account deletion without unnecessary barriers
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Privacy by Design, collecting only the minimum data required for service delivery
10. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in law, technology, or business practices. Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.