Privacy Policy &
Terms and Conditions

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: October 12, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to the official website of J.P. Stalder (“Author,” “I,” “me,” or “my”). This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, stored, and shared when you visit www.jpsstalder.com (the “Website”).

The Website is hosted on Wix and provides information about my books, writing, author activities, and related content. Visitors may also contact me, purchase books where available, and follow links to third-party websites.

Your privacy matters to me. This Policy describes my privacy practices in connection with the Website, subject to applicable law.

2. Information I Collect

The information collected depends on how you interact with the Website.

Information You Provide

When you contact me through the Website's contact form or communicate with me by email, I may receive your name, email address, and the contents of your message, along with any other information you voluntarily provide.

If you purchase a book directly through the Website, information necessary to process and fulfill your order may also be collected. Depending on the transaction, this may include your name, billing and shipping address, email address, order details, and payment-related information.

Payment information may be processed by Wix or an applicable third-party payment provider. I do not intend to collect or store full payment card details directly unless a specific payment arrangement requires it.

If I introduce a newsletter or mailing list in the future, I may collect your email address and any other information requested when you subscribe. Newsletter communications will be handled in accordance with applicable law.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Website, Wix and certain services supporting the Website may automatically process technical information, such as your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, referring website, and information necessary for website functionality, security, and performance.

The precise information collected depends on Wix's services, the Website's settings, and any third-party integrations or embedded content in use.

3. How I Use Your Information

Information collected through the Website may be used to:

Respond to questions, comments, and other inquiries.
Operate, maintain, and secure the Website.
Process and fulfill direct book orders, where applicable.
Communicate with you about an order or other request you have made.
Maintain records necessary for accounting, tax, and legal compliance.
Prevent spam, fraud, unauthorized access, and misuse.
Send newsletters or promotional announcements if you subscribe or otherwise provide any consent required by law.
Exercise or defend legal rights where necessary.

I seek to limit the use of personal information to purposes reasonably related to the operation of the Website and my author-related activities.

4. Website Hosting and Service Providers

The Website is hosted on Wix. Wix provides website hosting and related technology that enables the Website to operate. Information submitted through the Website or collected through its technical functions may be processed or stored by Wix and its service providers.

Other service providers may assist with website security, contact forms, payment processing, order fulfillment, shipping, or other website functions.

These providers may process personal information as necessary to provide their services, subject to their own applicable terms, privacy policies, and contractual obligations.

For more information about Wix's practices, please review the Wix Privacy Policy.

5. Cookies and Similar Technologies

I do not actively use a separate analytics program or intentionally deploy advertising trackers as part of my current website practices. However, Wix may use essential cookies and similar technologies to support website security, functionality, and performance.

Embedded third-party content, external services, or future website integrations may also use cookies or similar technologies.

You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Where required by applicable law, appropriate consent mechanisms will be used for non-essential cookies and tracking technologies.

Because website settings and third-party integrations can change, the cookies and technologies actually used on the Website should be reviewed periodically.

6. Embedded Content and External Websites

The Website may include embedded content or features supplied by third parties, such as videos, social media content, book previews, or other external resources.

Embedded content may behave similarly to visiting the third-party website directly. Depending on the provider and your interaction, that provider may collect technical information, use cookies, track interactions, or process information according to its own privacy policy.

The Website may also link to external booksellers, publishers, social media platforms, and other websites. I do not control the privacy or security practices of these third parties and am not responsible for their independent data-handling activities.

Please review the relevant provider's privacy policy before interacting with embedded content or providing information to an external website.

7. Direct Book Purchases and External Retailers

If books are offered for direct purchase through the Website, personal information may be used to process payment, confirm orders, arrange shipping or delivery, respond to customer service requests, and maintain transaction records.

Payment processing may be handled by Wix or a third-party payment provider. Shipping or fulfillment providers may receive the information necessary to deliver an order.

If you purchase a book through an external retailer, that retailer's privacy policy and purchase terms apply to the transaction. I do not control information collected independently by external retailers.

8. Email and Future Newsletters

You may contact me through the Website or at j.p.s.stalder@gmail.com.

I use the information you provide to respond to your inquiry and manage the resulting communication.

I do not currently operate an active newsletter as part of my stated website practices. If I introduce a newsletter or promotional mailing list in the future, I will update this Policy as appropriate and provide any required notice or consent mechanism.

You will be able to unsubscribe from promotional emails using the instructions provided in the email, where applicable.

9. How Information May Be Shared

I do not intend to sell personal information collected through the Website.

Information may be disclosed in limited circumstances:

Website and technical providers: Wix and providers supporting hosting, security, forms, or website operations.
Payment and fulfillment providers: Services involved in processing direct purchases, payments, shipping, or delivery.
Legal and regulatory purposes: Where disclosure is required by law, legal process, or a valid governmental request.
Protection of rights: Where reasonably necessary to address fraud, security issues, disputes, or the protection of legal rights.
Business transfers: In connection with a business sale or reorganization, where permitted by law.

Any sharing is subject to applicable legal requirements.

10. Data Retention and Security

Personal information is retained for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Policy, including responding to inquiries, fulfilling orders, maintaining business records, and meeting legal obligations.

Reasonable measures are used to help protect personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no online service or electronic transmission can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Please avoid submitting sensitive personal or financial information through the contact form or ordinary email.

11. Your Privacy Choices and Rights

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have rights to request access to, correction of, or deletion of certain personal information, or to object to or restrict certain processing.

You may also request information about how your personal information is handled, subject to applicable legal requirements and exceptions.

To make a privacy-related request, email j.p.s.stalder@gmail.com. I may need to verify your identity before processing the request.

You may also manage cookies through your browser and discontinue communications with me at any time, subject to any necessary transaction-related or legal communications.

12. Children's Privacy

The Website is intended for a general audience and is not knowingly designed to collect personal information from children under 13 without any consent required by applicable law.

If you believe a child has submitted personal information through the Website, please contact me so I can review the situation and take appropriate steps.

Applicable laws that impose different age thresholds or additional requirements will take precedence.

13. International Visitors

Wix and other service providers may process information in countries other than the country where you live. Privacy laws in those countries may differ from those in your jurisdiction.

Any processing or transfer of personal information will be subject to applicable legal requirements.

14. Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated to reflect changes in the Website, available services, information practices, or legal requirements. The revised version will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

15. Contact

For questions about this Privacy Policy or requests concerning personal information, contact:

J.P. Stalder
Email: j.p.s.stalder@gmail.com
Website: https://www.jpsstalder.com

Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: October 12, 2026

Website: https://www.jpsstalder.com

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to www.jpsstalder.com (the “Website”), the official website of J.P. Stalder (“Author,” “I,” “me,” or “my”).

These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Website, including its content, features, and any book purchases made directly through it.

By accessing or using the Website, you agree to these Terms and the Website's Privacy Policy, subject to applicable law. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Website.

2. Purpose of the Website

The Website provides information about my books, writing, publications, author activities, and related materials. It may include contact forms, book listings, purchase options, embedded content, and links to third-party websites.

Website features and product availability may change over time.

3. Intellectual Property and Copyright

Unless otherwise indicated, original content on the Website is owned by J.P. Stalder or used with permission and is protected by applicable copyright and intellectual property laws.

This content may include:

Books, stories, excerpts, and other written works.
Articles, blog posts, and original text.
Photographs, artwork, illustrations, and graphics.
Logos, branding, and other original website materials.
Website design and presentation.

Viewing or accessing this content does not transfer ownership or grant you a general license to use it.

You may access the Website and share links to its publicly available pages for lawful personal, non-commercial purposes.

Except as permitted by applicable law or with prior written permission from the relevant rights holder, you may not reproduce, republish, distribute, sell, modify, or commercially exploit Website content, or create derivative works from it.

Nothing in these Terms restricts uses that are legally permitted under applicable copyright exceptions, including fair use where applicable.

For permission requests, contact j.p.s.stalder@gmail.com.

4. Acceptable Use

You agree not to use the Website for unlawful purposes or in ways that could compromise its operation, security, or other visitors' rights.

Prohibited conduct includes:

Attempting unauthorized access to the Website or its systems.
Introducing malware, harmful code, or malicious activity.
Interfering with Website functionality or security.
Using automated means to collect personal information or copy protected content in violation of applicable law or others' rights.
Submitting fraudulent, unlawful, or infringing material through the Website.
Misrepresenting your identity in connection with a transaction or inquiry.

I reserve the right to take reasonable steps to address misuse and protect the Website, subject to applicable law.

5. Book Listings, Descriptions, and Availability

Book descriptions, cover images, excerpts, publication dates, pricing, and availability are provided for informational and purchasing purposes.

Reasonable efforts are made to keep information accurate. However, errors, omissions, price changes, and availability changes may occur.

Where permitted by law, I reserve the right to correct errors, update listings, and discontinue products. If an error materially affects an order you have placed, I will address the issue in accordance with applicable law and any applicable purchase terms.

Book availability, pricing, shipping, and delivery through external retailers are controlled by those retailers and may differ from information displayed on the Website.

6. Direct Purchases Through the Website

Where books are available for direct purchase through the Website, the following provisions apply in addition to any specific terms displayed during checkout.

Orders and Payment

By placing an order, you agree to provide accurate and complete information necessary to process the transaction.

Orders are subject to acceptance and availability. An order confirmation does not necessarily mean an order has been finally accepted if further verification or processing is required.

Payments may be processed through Wix or a third-party payment provider. You must use an authorized payment method and comply with the applicable provider's terms.

Pricing and Taxes

Prices, shipping charges, and applicable taxes will be presented during checkout where required or available. The amount payable will be determined by the terms displayed at the time of purchase, subject to correction of errors and applicable law.

Shipping and Delivery

Delivery options, shipping costs, and estimated delivery times will be presented where applicable. Delivery estimates are not guarantees unless expressly stated otherwise.

Shipping and fulfillment may depend on third-party providers. I will address order-related issues in accordance with the applicable purchase terms and legal requirements.

Returns, Refunds, and Cancellations

Any applicable return, refund, cancellation, or replacement policy presented during checkout or in a separate store policy forms part of the purchase terms.

Nothing in these Terms excludes mandatory rights available to consumers under applicable law.

Before completing a purchase, review any separate return, refund, shipping, or store policy displayed on the Website.

7. Purchases from External Retailers

The Website may link to third-party bookstores, publishers, or other retailers where my books are available.

Purchases made through those websites are transactions between you and the relevant retailer. The retailer's pricing, payment, shipping, cancellation, return, and refund policies apply.

I am not responsible for the operation, policies, or independent conduct of external retailers.

8. Contact Forms and User Submissions

You may use the Website's contact form or the published email address to submit questions, comments, and other communications.

You are responsible for ensuring that your submissions are lawful and do not knowingly violate another person's rights.

You retain any rights you hold in the material you submit. By contacting me, you authorize me to use the information you provide as reasonably necessary to read, respond to, and manage your inquiry.

Unsolicited Creative Submissions

Unless I have expressly invited submissions or agreed in writing to specific submission terms, please do not send unpublished manuscripts, book proposals, confidential story concepts, or other creative material that you expect to be treated as confidential.

Unsolicited submissions may not be treated as confidential, and I may independently develop or encounter material with similar themes or ideas. This provision does not override rights granted by applicable law or a separate written agreement.

9. Third-Party Content and Embedded Services

The Website may display or link to third-party videos, social media content, book previews, payment services, and other external features.

Such content and services are provided by their respective operators and may be subject to separate terms, privacy policies, and technical requirements.

I do not control third-party services and cannot guarantee their availability, accuracy, security, or continued operation. Your interactions with those services are subject to their applicable terms.

10. Privacy

Your use of the Website is also subject to the Privacy Policy, available at:

https://www.jpsstalder.com/privacy-policy

The Privacy Policy describes the information practices associated with the Website, including its contact form, hosting, embedded content, and applicable purchase functions.

11. Disclaimer of Warranties

To the maximum extent permitted by law, the Website and its general informational content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis.

I do not guarantee that the Website will always be available, uninterrupted, error-free, or free of harmful components. I also do not guarantee that all information will remain current or that every external link will continue to function.

Nothing in this section limits any warranty or consumer protection that cannot lawfully be excluded.

12. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, I will not be liable for indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from the use of, or inability to use, the Website.

This limitation does not exclude liability that cannot lawfully be excluded, including applicable mandatory consumer rights or other non-waivable legal protections.

Nothing in this section overrides any rights or remedies available to you under applicable law concerning a direct purchase.

13. Indemnification

To the extent permitted by applicable law, you are responsible for losses or reasonable expenses arising from your unlawful use of the Website, your material violation of these Terms, or your infringement of another person's rights.

This section does not require you to indemnify me for my own conduct where such a requirement is prohibited by law.

14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Missouri, United States, without regard to conflict-of-law principles, except where mandatory applicable law provides otherwise.

Any dispute relating to these Terms or the Website will be resolved by a court of competent jurisdiction in accordance with applicable law.

Nothing in this section deprives consumers of mandatory rights or protections that cannot lawfully be waived.

15. Changes to the Website and These Terms

I may modify, suspend, or discontinue Website features, content, or services from time to time.

I may also update these Terms to reflect changes in Website functionality, purchasing arrangements, or legal requirements. Updated Terms will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Changes will apply as permitted by applicable law. Where additional notice or consent is required, appropriate steps will be taken.

16. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in effect to the extent permitted by law.

17. Entire Agreement

These Terms and the Privacy Policy constitute the general terms governing use of the Website, together with any separate store, shipping, refund, or other terms expressly applicable to a particular transaction.

Where a separate written agreement applies, its terms will govern to the extent specified in that agreement.

18. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, copyright permissions, Website use, or direct purchases, contact: