Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 17-02-2026
Last Updated: 25-02-2026

1. Introduction

PaperbackOnly (“we”, “our”, “us”) operates as an independent comparison and information platform focused on Print on Demand paperback printing services.

We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable.

This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and what rights you have in relation to your personal information.

By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Data Controller

Unless otherwise stated, PaperbackOnly is the data controller responsible for processing your personal data.

For privacy-related inquiries, you may contact us at:

Email: info@paperbackonly.com
Website: https://paperbackonly.com

If required under applicable law, additional company details may be provided upon request.

3. What Data We Collect

We collect only the data necessary to operate and improve the platform.

3.1 Information You Provide Voluntarily

We may collect:

• Name (if submitted via contact forms)
• Email address (if submitted via contact forms)
• Any message content you send to us

We do not require user accounts to access comparison content.

3.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device type
• Operating system
• Referring URLs
• Pages visited
• Time and date of visits
• Interaction data

This data is collected through standard website technologies such as server logs and analytics tools.

3.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Ensure proper website functionality
• Measure website traffic and performance
• Understand user behavior
• Support affiliate tracking mechanisms

For more details, please refer to our Cookie Policy if applicable.

4. How We Use Your Data

We process personal data for the following purposes:

• To operate and maintain the website
• To respond to inquiries
• To analyze traffic and improve performance
• To prevent fraud or misuse
• To comply with legal obligations
• To measure affiliate link performance

We do not sell personal data to third parties.

5. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

Where GDPR applies, we rely on the following legal bases:

• Legitimate interest (platform functionality, analytics, fraud prevention)
• Consent (where required for cookies or tracking technologies)
• Legal obligation (if required by law)

6. Affiliate Links and Third-Party Providers

PaperbackOnly may use affiliate links. When you click on a provider link, you may be redirected to a third-party website.

These providers operate independently and have their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.

Affiliate tracking may involve limited technical data such as referral information or anonymized identifiers necessary for commission attribution.

7. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party service providers for:

• Web hosting
• Analytics (traffic measurement tools)
• Security services
• Email communication

These providers may process data on our behalf under appropriate data protection agreements.

Where required, data transfers outside the European Economic Area are safeguarded through appropriate legal mechanisms.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to:

• Fulfill the purposes described above
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes
• Enforce agreements

Contact form submissions are retained only as long as necessary to respond and manage communication.

Analytics data may be stored in aggregated or anonymized form.

9. Your Rights

Where applicable under data protection laws, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Restrict processing
• Object to processing
• Request data portability
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise your rights, contact us at:

info@paperbackonly.com

10. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

However, no internet transmission can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

11. Children’s Privacy

PaperbackOnly is not directed at children under the age of 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.

If we become aware that such data has been collected unintentionally, we will take steps to delete it.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in legal requirements or platform operations.

The updated version will be published on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

Continued use of the platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:

Email: info@paperbackonly.com
Website: https://paperbackonly.com