Effective Date: 09/16/25
Last Updated: 09/16/25
1. Introduction
Welcome to CrossMages.com (“we,” “our,” or “us”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.crossmages.com and use our services to access serialized chapters of “CROSS: Mage Of Babel.”
By using our website, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:
- Name and email address (for account registration)
- Payment information (processed securely through third-party payment processors)
- Contact information when you reach out to us
- Profile information you choose to provide
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
- IP address and browser information
- Device type and operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on our site
- Referring website information
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
2.3 Payment Information
Payment card details are collected and processed by our third-party payment processors. We do not store complete payment card information on our servers.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information for:
- Providing access to subscription content
- Processing payments and managing subscriptions
- Communicating with you about your account and our services
- Sending newsletters and updates (with your consent)
- Improving our website and user experience
- Complying with legal obligations
- Preventing fraud and ensuring security
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your information with:
4.1 Service Providers
Third-party vendors who assist us with:
- Payment processing
- Email delivery services
- Website hosting and maintenance
- Analytics services
4.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose information when required by law or to:
- Comply with legal processes
- Protect our rights and property
- Ensure user safety
- Investigate potential violations of our terms
4.3 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred as part of the transaction.
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information, including:
- Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
- Secure payment processing through PCI-compliant processors
- Regular security assessments
- Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember your preferences and login status
- Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
- Provide personalized content
- Enable essential website functionality
You can control cookies through your browser settings, though disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
7. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct inaccurate information
- Delete your personal information
- Restrict processing of your information
- Data portability
- Withdraw consent for marketing communications
To exercise these rights, contact us at crossmageofbabel@gmail.com.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it promptly.
9. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in accordance with applicable laws.
10. Retention of Information
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to:
- Provide our services
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes
- Enforce our agreements
11. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
12. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on our website
- Sending email notifications to registered users
- Updating the “Last Updated” date
Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
13. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: crossmageofbabel@gmail.com
Website: www.crossmages.com
14. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, including:
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
- Right to non-discrimination
To exercise these rights, contact us at crossmageofbabel@gmail.com.
15. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)
If you are in the European Economic Area, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation, including those outlined in Section 7 above. Our lawful basis for processing includes:
- Contract performance (providing subscription services)
- Legitimate interests (improving our services, fraud prevention)
- Consent (marketing communications)
You may contact us at crossmageofbabel@gmail.com to exercise your rights or if you have concerns about our data processing.