Last Updated: 26th of March, 2025

Introduction

Welcome to Schoenfeld Mile Publishing. We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website www.thetruthbehindzarathustra.org and purchase our eBook.

By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please refrain from using our services.

Information

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Process and fulfill your eBook purchase.
• Provide customer support and respond to inquiries.
• Improve our website and user experience.
• Send you transactional emails and promotional offers if you opt in.
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.

Legal Basis for Processing Under the GDPR

We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

• Contractual Necessity: To fulfill your purchase.
• Legitimate Interest: To improve our services and prevent fraud.
• Consent: For marketing communications (you can withdraw consent at any time).
• Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws.

Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the stated purposes. Transactional data is retained for up to 6 years for tax and legal compliance, while other data (such as customer inquiries) is kept for up to 1 year.

Data Sharing & Third Parties

We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share your information with trusted third parties necessary for the operation of our website and eBook sales:

• Payhip: We use Payhip to process transactions and deliver digital products. When you purchase an eBook, your payment and order details are handled by Payhip in accordance with their Privacy Policy.
• Payment Processors: Payhip integrates with third-party payment providers (e.g., PayPal, Stripe) to securely process transactions. Your payment details are transmitted directly to these providers and are not stored by us.
• Email Service Providers: We use email services to send order confirmations and customer support responses.
• Legal Authorities: If required by law, we may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations.

International Data Transfers

Since we operate globally, your information may be processed outside the European Economic Area (EEA). We ensure appropriate safeguards (such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)) are in place for data transfers.

Your Rights

As a European resident, you have the right to:

• Access, correct, or delete your personal data.
• Object to or restrict processing.
• Withdraw consent for marketing.
• Request data portability.
• Lodge a complaint with the Spanish Data Protection Agency (AEPD).

To exercise your rights, contact us at info@schoenfeldmilepublishing.com with the subject line "Data Request."

Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website and third-party service providers use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and ensure secure transactions.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help us improve website functionality, remember user preferences, and provide insights into visitor behavior.

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Essential Cookies – These cookies are necessary for the operation of our website, including payment processing and secure access to digital downloads. They cannot be disabled.
2. Analytical Cookies – We use analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand how visitors interact with our website, allowing us to improve our content and user experience.
3. Functional Cookies – These cookies remember your preferences to enhance usability, such as language settings.
4. Third-Party Cookies – Since we use Payhip to process purchases, Payhip may place cookies to facilitate transactions and track affiliate referrals. You can review Payhip’s Cookie Policy for more details.

Managing Cookie Preferences

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling essential cookies may affect your ability to purchase and download the eBook.