Last Updated: 17.09.25

Welcome to Feather Wielders (www.featherwielders.com). This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit or use our website.

By using the Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

a. Account Information

Name, email address, and username when you create an account.

Optional profile information such as profile picture, biography, favorite books, etc.

b. Content You Share

Reviews, posts, comments, messages, or any other content you voluntarily provide.

c. Technical Data

IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, and referral sources.

Pages visited, time spent on the site, and usage behavior (via cookies and analytics tools).

d. Communication Data

If you contact us, we collect the content of your message and contact details.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Create and manage your account.

• Enable community features like comments, profiles, and discussion threads.

• Respond to your questions and requests.

• Improve the functionality and user experience of the Site.

• Send service-related communications (e.g., account updates, system messages).

• Analyze usage trends and improve content and features.

• Ensure compliance with our Terms and Conditions and legal obligations.

3. Sharing of Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your data in the following limited situations:

• With service providers that help us operate the site (e.g., hosting, analytics, email services).

• If required by law or to respond to legal processes.

• To enforce our Terms, protect our rights, or prevent harm or illegal activity.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Keep you logged in.

• Understand how users interact with the site.

• Improve performance and personalize content.

• You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, but some features of the site may not function properly.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights under data protection laws, including:

• The right to access the data we hold about you.

• The right to request correction or deletion of your data.

• The right to object to or restrict certain data processing activities.

• The right to withdraw consent where applicable.

7. Security

We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no online platform can guarantee absolute security.

8. Third-Party Links

Our site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third parties.

9. International Users

If you are accessing the site from outside Mauritius, please note that your data may be transferred and processed in Mauritius or other jurisdictions where our service providers operate.

10.  Book Reviews

Featherwielders allows readers to submit book reviews to share their opinions with the community. When you submit a review, we collect the information you provide, which may include your name or pen name, the book title and author, your rating, your review text, and any optional content.

Use of Information

• Reviews are published publicly on the Featherwielders website and may be viewed by all visitors.
• Submitted information is used solely for displaying reviews, helping readers discover books, and supporting community discussions.

Public Display

• Your review text, rating, and book details will always be visible.
• If you provide a name or pen name, it may be shown alongside your review. You may also choose to post anonymously.

Content Responsibility and Moderation

By submitting a review, you confirm that:

• The content is your original opinion.
• It does not contain offensive, harmful, or copyrighted material.
• Featherwielders reserves the right to edit or remove reviews that violate our community guidelines.

Data Retention

Reviews and associated details are stored securely in our system. We do not sell or share this information with third parties.

By submitting a review, you consent to the collection, storage, and public display of your review as outlined in this Privacy Policy.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. When we do, we’ll revise the “Last Updated” date. Significant changes will be communicated via email or on the Site.

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy please contact us.