Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to ButterNovel ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services.
By using ButterNovel, 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.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
When you register for an account, we may collect:
- Email address
- Username and password
- Profile information (display name, avatar, bio)
- Social media account information (if you sign up via social login)
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you use our services, we automatically collect:
- Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
- Usage data (pages visited, time spent, reading history)
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
- Location data (general geographic location based on IP address)
2.3 User-Generated Content
Content you create or share on ButterNovel, including novels, comments, ratings, and reviews, may be collected and displayed publicly.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for various purposes:
- To provide and maintain our services
- To personalize your experience and provide content recommendations
- To process your transactions and manage your account
- To communicate with you about updates, features, and support
- To improve our website and services
- To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security issues
- To comply with legal obligations
- To send promotional materials (with your consent)
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
4.1 Public Information
Your profile, published novels, comments, and ratings are publicly visible to other users.
4.2 Service Providers
We may share information with third-party service providers who help us operate our platform (hosting, analytics, customer support).
4.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests.
4.4 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new owner.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:
- Keep you logged in
- Remember your preferences
- Analyze site traffic and user behavior
- Provide personalized content and advertisements
You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our services.
6. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal information
- Correction: Update or correct your information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
- Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
- Data Portability: Request your data in a portable format
- Objection: Object to certain processing of your data
To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@butternovel.com.
8. Children's Privacy
ButterNovel is 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.
9. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside of your country of residence. By using our services, you consent to such transfers. We take appropriate measures to ensure your data is treated securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us: