Privacy Policy
Digital Whale
Website: https://www.digitalwhale.pub/
Email: connect@digitalwhale.pub
Address: 4598 Evergreen Lane, Los Angeles, CA 90017, United States
Effective Date: May 19, 2026
1. Introduction
Digital Whale (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information of our website visitors, authors, and customers.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you visit our website or interact with our services.
By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
2.1 Personal Information
When you contact us, submit a manuscript, or communicate with us, we may collect:
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number (if provided)
- Country or location
- Manuscript content or submitted files
- Any other information you voluntarily provide
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you browse our website, we may collect:
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- Referring website
- Cookies and tracking data
3. How We Use Your Information
We use collected data for the following purposes:
- To review and process manuscript submissions
- To communicate with authors and users
- To provide publishing and editorial services
- To improve website performance and user experience
- To send service-related updates or responses
- To analyze website traffic and usage trends
- To ensure website security and prevent fraud
4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your data under the following legal bases:
- Your consent
- Contract performance (e.g., publishing services)
- Legal obligations
- Legitimate business interests
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Improve website functionality
- Analyze user behavior
- Enhance user experience
- Store preferences
You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features of the website may not function properly.
6. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information.
However, we may share data with:
- Trusted service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics, email services)
- Legal authorities if required by law
- Business partners involved in publishing services (only when necessary)
All third parties are required to protect your data.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for:
- Providing services
- Legal compliance
- Business operations
After this period, data will be securely deleted or anonymized.
8. Your Rights (GDPR & CCPA)
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- Access your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Request data portability
- Opt out of data processing for marketing purposes
To exercise your rights, contact us at:
📧 connect@digitalwhale.pub
9. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from:
- Unauthorized access
- Loss or misuse
- Alteration or disclosure
However, no method of online transmission is 100% secure.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites.
11. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
12. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred and processed outside your country, including the United States. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Digital Whale
📧 Email: connect@digitalwhale.pub
📍 Address: 4598 Evergreen Lane, Los Angeles, CA 90017, United States
🌐 Website: https://www.digitalwhale.pub/