Privacy Policy

Taciturn Studios LLC ("we," "us," or "our") operates CoverCrush (the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services. Please read this policy carefully. If you disagree with its terms, please discontinue use of the site.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Data You Provide

• Name and email address (when you create an account or contact us)
• Payment information (processed securely by Stripe — we do not store card numbers)
• Book cover files and test submissions you upload
• Communications you send us

Automatically Collected Data

• Log data (IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent)
• Device information (operating system, screen resolution)
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 6)
• Usage data (features used, votes cast, tests created)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, operate, and improve the Service
• Process payments and fulfill orders
• Send transactional emails (test results, account confirmations)
• Send marketing communications (with your consent; you may opt out at any time)
• Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience
• Comply with legal obligations
• Detect and prevent fraud or abuse

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share information with:

• Service providers — Stripe (payments), Resend (email), AWS (hosting and storage), Google Analytics (analytics)
• Legal compliance — when required by law, court order, or governmental authority
• Business transfers — in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

All third-party service providers are contractually required to protect your data and use it only for the purposes we specify.

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by emailing [email protected]. We will respond within 30 days. Note that some data may be retained for legal or financial compliance purposes.

5. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access — request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Correction — request correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion — request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
• Portability — receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
• Objection — object to processing of your data for direct marketing
• Restriction — request restriction of processing in certain circumstances

To exercise any of these rights, email us at [email protected]. EU/EEA residents may also lodge a complaint with their local supervisory authority.

6. Cookies

We use the following types of cookies:

• Essential cookies — required for the site to function (session management, authentication)
• Analytics cookies — Google Analytics, to understand how visitors use the site (can be declined)
• Advertising cookies — Google AdSense, for displaying relevant ads (can be declined)

You can manage cookie preferences via the cookie consent banner on your first visit, or by adjusting your browser settings. Note that disabling essential cookies may affect site functionality.

7. Amazon Affiliate Disclosure

CoverCrush is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. When you click an Amazon affiliate link on our site (identified with "#ad" or "As an Amazon Associate" labels), we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such data, please contact us immediately at [email protected].

9. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have the right to know what personal information we collect, disclose, or sell; the right to request deletion; and the right to opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information. To exercise your rights, email [email protected] with "CCPA Request" in the subject line.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact Us

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