Privacy Policy

Last updated: August 13, 2025

Introduction

Princeton Publishers ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services.

By using our services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

  • Name and contact information (email address, phone number)
  • Account credentials and profile information
  • Communication preferences
  • Profile photographs

Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information about your device and how you interact with our services:

  • IP address and device information
  • Browser type and version
  • Pages visited and time spent on pages
  • Download history and reading preferences
  • Error logs and performance data

Cookies and Session Management

Our application uses essential cookies and session management to provide core functionality:

  • Session Cookies: We use Laravel session cookies to maintain your login status and shopping cart across browser sessions. These cookies are essential for the website to function properly.
  • CSRF Protection: Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) tokens are used to protect your account from unauthorized actions during form submissions.
  • Authentication: Secure HTTP-only cookies help maintain your authenticated session while browsing our platform.
  • Analytics Consent: We collect basic usage analytics with your consent to improve our services. You can control this through your account settings.

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, but disabling them may affect website functionality.

How We Use Your Information

Provide and Maintain Services

To process transactions, manage your account, and provide access to our publications and content.

Communication

To send you important updates, newsletters, and respond to your inquiries and support requests.

Personalization

To personalize your experience, recommend relevant content, and improve our services.

Analytics and Improvement

To analyze usage patterns, improve our website functionality, and develop new features.

Security and Compliance

To protect against fraud, ensure security, and comply with legal obligations.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We Do Not Sell Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in:

  • Payment processing and billing
  • Website hosting and maintenance
  • Email delivery and communication
  • Analytics and performance monitoring

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or government request, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the business transaction.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Technical Measures

  • • SSL/TLS encryption
  • • Secure data storage
  • • Regular security audits
  • • Access controls

Organizational Measures

  • • Employee training
  • • Data access policies
  • • Incident response procedures
  • • Regular policy reviews

Your Rights and Choices

Access and Update

You can access, update, or correct your personal information through your account settings or by contacting us.

Data Portability

You can request a copy of your personal data in a structured, machine-readable format.

Deletion

You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal and contractual obligations.

Login with your account credentials and navigate to https://princetonbooks.com.ng/data-deletion to make your request.

      Data Summary - See exactly what data is stored about them
      Data Download - Export all personal data (GDPR compliance)
      Account Deletion - Complete account removal
      Selective Deletion - Choose specific data types:
        Profile photo
        Wishlist items
        Order history
        Subscription history
        Personal information
        Email address

Marketing Communications

You can opt out of marketing communications by updating your preferences or clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails.

Cookies

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences and opt out of certain tracking technologies.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

Retention Periods

  • • Account data: Until account deletion or 7 years after last activity
  • • Transaction records: 7 years for tax and legal compliance
  • • Communication logs: 3 years for customer service purposes
  • • Analytics data: 2 years for service improvement

Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Address

Princeton Publishers
Lagos, Nigeria

For data protection inquiries, you may also contact our Data Protection Officer at:
dpo@princetonpublishers.com