top of page

Privacy Policy

  1. This Privacy Policy describes how the Christian Book Excellence Awards (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, stores, and protects personal information obtained through our website and services (the “Site”). By accessing or using the Site, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.

  2. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the Florida Information Protection Act (FIPA), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), the EU/UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and other relevant privacy regulations for international visitors.

  3. Information We Collect
    We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when interacting with the Site, including when you submit an application or entry form, subscribe to emails or announcements, complete a contact form, provide payment for award fees, or submit materials for award evaluation.
    Depending on your interaction, the information collected may include name, email address, postal address, payment information (processed securely through Wix), book submission data and associated files, and communications you send to us.
    We do not knowingly collect information from individuals under 18 years of age.

  4. How We Use Your Information
    We process personal information for the following legitimate purposes: to administer award submissions and evaluations, to communicate application status and award notifications, to send transactional emails or required notices, to provide customer support or respond to inquiries, to process payments and maintain financial records, to operate, maintain, and improve Site functionality, to comply with legal, regulatory, or tax obligations, to prevent fraud, abuse, or unauthorized use of the Site, and to send occasional updates or promotional announcements (with opt-out capability). We do not sell personal information and do not share it with third parties for their marketing purposes.

  5. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
    For users in the EU/UK, we rely on the following lawful bases for processing personal data: contractual necessity to process award entries and provide related services, legal obligation to comply with applicable laws or tax requirements, legitimate interest for program administration and security, and consent for email marketing communications (opt-in only).You may withdraw consent for marketing at any time without affecting service-related communications.

  6. Payment Processing
    All payments and financial transactions are processed by Wix.com using secure PCI-DSS compliant methods. We do not store or have direct access to full payment card details. Payment processors may retain transaction metadata as required for fraud prevention, accounting, or regulatory compliance.

  7. Data Storage and Security
    The Site is hosted on the Wix.com platform. Your data may be stored through Wix.com’s data storage, databases, and general Wix applications. Wix stores data on secure servers protected by industry-standard firewalls and security protocols.
    We implement administrative, technical, and physical security measures designed to protect personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. While no system can guarantee absolute security, we take reasonable and appropriate steps consistent with industry standards.

  8. Cookies and Technical Data
    The Site uses essential and functional cookies through Wix for purposes such as session management, core functionality, fraud prevention, and site optimization.
    We do not use Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, or behavioral advertising cookies.
    Users may disable cookies through their browser settings, though some functionality may be impacted.

  9. Data Sharing and Third Parties
    We may share personal information with internal evaluators and personnel for award administration, service providers who assist in operating the Site (e.g., Wix), and legal or governmental authorities when required by law.
    We do not share personal information with third parties for cross-context advertising, profiling, or unrelated commercial use.
    We may share limited winner information publicly only for the purpose of accurately representing award outcomes (e.g., award listings, press releases, or announcements). Applicants who do not win are not publicly disclosed.

  10. Data Retention
    We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by applicable laws, including record-keeping and tax regulations. Submission materials may be retained for archival, integrity, or verification purposes.

  11. International Data Transfers
    Because we accept international submissions, personal data may be transferred to and stored in the United States. By submitting data, you acknowledge these transfers. Such transfers are protected using appropriate safeguards consistent with GDPR and other regulatory standards.

  12. Your Privacy Rights
    Depending on your location, you may have the right to access personal information we hold, request correction or deletion, request transfer or portability, object to certain processing, restrict processing under certain conditions, withdraw consent (where applicable), or lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.
    To exercise rights, contact us at the email provided below. We may require verification of your identity to protect against unauthorized access.

  13. Minors
    The Site and award program are not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If information is inadvertently provided by a minor, please notify us and we will delete it.

  14. Changes to This Policy
    We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in law or operational practices. Updates will be posted on this page with immediate effect. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of any revised policy.

  15. Contact Information
    For questions, requests, or to exercise privacy rights, contact:
    info@christianbookexcellenceawards.com

  16. We will respond to verified requests within the timelines required by applicable law.

  17. Business Structure
    For clarity, the Christian Book Excellence Awards operates as a Sole Proprietorship under Florida law.

bottom of page