Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2026

1. Introduction

GPE Publishing respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (gpepublishing.com).

By using our website, you consent to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our website.

Our contact information:

GPE Publishing 2 Overhill Road Scarsdale, NY 10583

Phone: (914) 220-8300

2. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

Information you provide directly:

When you use our contact form, you may provide:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number (if provided)
  • Company or organization (if provided)
  • Message content
  • Any other information you choose to include

Information collected automatically:

When you visit our website, we automatically collect:

  • Technical data such as IP address, browser type, operating system, and device type
  • Usage data including pages visited, time spent on pages, referring website, and navigation patterns
  • Location information based on IP address (country/region level)
  • Cookie data (see Cookies section below)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

To respond to inquiries:

  • Responding to messages submitted through our contact form
  • Following up on contributor or partnership inquiries
  • Providing information you have requested

For legitimate business purposes:

  • Analyzing website traffic and usage patterns to improve our content and user experience
  • Understanding our audience and what topics interest them
  • Protecting against spam, fraud, and misuse of our website
  • Maintaining records of correspondence

To comply with legal obligations:

  • Maintaining records as required by law
  • Responding to legal requests from authorities

4. How We Share Your Information

We may share your personal information with:

Service providers: Third parties who help us operate our website, including hosting providers, email services, and analytics providers. We share only what is necessary and require them to protect your information.

Professional advisors: Attorneys, accountants, or other professionals when necessary for business operations.

Legal requirements: Where required by law, court order, subpoena, or other legal process.

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies—small text files stored on your device—to help the site function properly and to understand how visitors use it.

Types of cookies we use:

  • Essential cookies: Necessary for the website to function, such as remembering cookie preferences.
  • Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website. This data is aggregated and does not personally identify you.
  • Functionality cookies: Remember your preferences to provide a more personalized experience.

Managing cookies: Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically choose to block all cookies, accept all cookies, or receive notification when a cookie is set. Blocking some cookies may affect your experience on our website.

Do Not Track: Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” feature. Our website does not currently respond to Do Not Track signals, but you can manage your privacy preferences through cookie settings.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, alteration, or disclosure.

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy:

  • Contact form inquiries: Up to 2 years unless ongoing correspondence continues
  • Website analytics: Retained in aggregated or anonymized form

8. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

Access: You may request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.

Correction: You may request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information.

Deletion: You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.

Opt-out: You may opt out of receiving marketing communications at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

9. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA):

  • The right to know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose
  • The right to request deletion of your personal information
  • The right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information (we do not sell personal information)
  • The right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights
  • The right to correct inaccurate personal information

To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below. You may designate an authorized agent to make a request on your behalf.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.

11. Third-Party Links

Our website contains links to third-party websites, including publishing platforms, software tools, and industry resources. This privacy policy applies only to our website. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top indicates when it was most recently revised. Your continued use of our website after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

GPE Publishing 2 Overhill Road Scarsdale, NY 10583

Phone: (914) 220-8300

You may also reach us through the contact form on our website.