Privacy Policy

Cantabook ("Cantabook", "we", "us", or "our") operates the Cantabook website, applications, and related services (collectively, the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, share, and protect information when you use Cantabook.

By using the Service, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use Cantabook. For rules about using the platform, see our Terms of Service.

We collect information in the following categories:

Account and identity information

• Email address, used to create and sign in to your account (including one-time confirmation codes).
• Publisher profile details you choose to provide, such as display name, username, bio, avatar, and blog settings.
• Authentication-related data needed to keep you signed in and secure your account.

Content you create

• Drafts, published articles, titles, descriptions, covers, media uploads, embeds, and other material you write or upload.
• Blog configuration such as theme, fonts, and other presentation settings.

Usage and technical information

• Log data such as IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, referring pages, and timestamps.
• Product analytics, including page views, unique visitors on public blogs, and feature usage within the Service.
• Cookies, local storage, and similar technologies used for authentication, preferences (for example theme), and service reliability.

Communications

• Messages you send us through support forms, email, or other contact channels.
• Transactional emails we send you, such as login codes and account notices.

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, operate, maintain, and improve the Service.
• Create and manage accounts, authenticate users, and prevent abuse.
• Host, display, and deliver your content and personal blog pages.
• Show analytics to publishers about how their content is performing.
• Communicate with you about the Service, security, and support requests.
• Personalize settings and remember preferences.
• Monitor performance, debug issues, and protect the security and integrity of Cantabook.
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service.

Cantabook is a publishing platform. Content and profile information you choose to publish (including articles, titles, covers, usernames, display names, and public profile details) may be publicly available on the internet at URLs such as https://{username}.cantabook.com.

Public pages may be indexed by search engines and AI agents, and may be shared by readers. Do not publish personal data you are not comfortable making public. Drafts and private account areas are not intended for public access, but you remain responsible for what you choose to publish.

We use cookies and similar storage technologies for purposes such as:

• Keeping you signed in and securing your session.
• Remembering preferences (for example light or dark theme).
• Understanding how the Service is used so we can improve it.
• Protecting against spam, fraud, and abuse.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may limit core features such as login.

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information only in these situations:

• Service providers: vendors that help us host infrastructure, authentication, storage, email delivery, analytics, or customer support, under appropriate confidentiality and security obligations.
• Public display: content and profile data you publish is available to readers and may be redistributed through normal web mechanisms (links, embeds, search indexes).
• Legal requirements: when we believe disclosure is required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request.
• Safety and rights: to protect the rights, property, or safety of Cantabook, our users, or the public.
• Business transfers: in connection with a merger, acquisition, financing, reorganization, or sale of assets, subject to appropriate safeguards.
• With your consent: when you direct us to share information or otherwise agree.

We retain account information and content for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. We may retain certain records longer when required for security, dispute resolution, legal compliance, or legitimate business purposes. If you delete content or close your account, residual copies may remain in backups for a limited period before permanent deletion.

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures designed to protect information. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of access to your email account and any devices you use to sign in.

Depending on where you live, you may have rights to:

• Access, correct, or update personal information associated with your account.
• Delete content you control or request account deletion.
• Object to or restrict certain processing, where applicable law provides that right.
• Export certain data you provided, where technically feasible.

You can update much of your profile and content directly in the Service. For other requests, contact us at [email protected]. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling a request.

Cantabook is not directed to children under 13 (or the minimum age required in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us personal information, contact us and we will take appropriate steps to delete it.

Cantabook may be operated from servers and service providers located in different countries. By using the Service, you understand that your information may be processed in locations outside your country of residence, where data protection laws may differ.

The Service may contain links, embeds, or integrations with third-party sites and services (for example YouTube or social platforms). Those services have their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for their practices. Review their policies before interacting with them.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. For material changes, we may also provide additional notice (for example by email or an in-product notice). Continued use of the Service after an update means you accept the revised policy.

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, contact us at:

• Email: [email protected]
• Support: cantabook.com/support