Privacy Policy

(Last updated: October 10, 2025)

This Privacy Policy forms part of Wagenknecht Press’s commitment to its readers, authors, and correspondents.

It should be read not only as a legal statement but as an ethical one: the belief that words, ideas, and identities entrusted to us deserve to be treated with discretion and respect.

Who We Are

Wagenknecht Press is a publishing imprint of Ange Lorraine LLC, established to produce books, essays, and other works that bridge intellect and imagination.

Registered Office:
Ange Lorraine LLC
1014 Broadway Street, Suite 491
Santa Monica, CA 90401
United States of America

Ange Lorraine LLC is the legal controller of any personal information collected through Wagenknecht Press websites, newsletters, and associated digital properties. The company’s officers and designated representatives are responsible for ensuring your information is handled with care, accuracy, and purpose.

How We Collect Information

We may collect personal information through:

Direct correspondence – when you contact us, subscribe to a newsletter, or request information.
Purchases and pre-orders – when you buy or pre-order a publication, digital file, or related item.
Submissions and collaborations – when authors, artists, or researchers submit materials or proposals.
Website and analytics tools – through cookies, IP addresses, and browsing data (see “Cookies” below).
Third-party platforms – such as payment gateways, e-commerce hosts, or mailing services.
Publicly available sources – such as academic profiles or literary directories, used with discretion.

What We Collect

Depending on your interaction, we may collect:

Identity Data: name, title, and contact information
Transaction Data: purchase history, order details, or submission records
Financial Data: processed securely by trusted third parties (Wagenknecht Press does not retain card details)
Technical Data: IP addresses, device identifiers, and website usage patterns
Preferences: newsletter subscriptions, communication choices, or event participation

Sensitive personal data (such as biographical or demographic details provided in submissions) is requested only when directly relevant and always with explicit consent.

How We Use Information

Your information may be used to:

Process orders, subscriptions, and correspondence
Manage author communications and editorial submissions
Administer book launches, mailing lists, and event invitations
Improve our website, content, and reader experience
Comply with accounting, tax, and legal obligations

We never sell your information, and we use it only for purposes consistent with our publishing relationship.

Communicating With You

We may contact you for:

Essential correspondence – confirmations, receipts, or responses to your inquiries.
Editorial or author communications – regarding submissions or projects under consideration.
Newsletters or releases – updates about publications, events, or features, sent only with your consent.

You may unsubscribe from newsletters or promotional emails at any time via the link provided in each message.

Cookies

Our website uses cookies to ensure proper functionality and to improve user experience. These may include analytics or session cookies provided by our hosting platform. You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some website functions may be affected.

Safeguarding of Information

Access to personal data is restricted to authorized representatives of Ange Lorraine LLC.
Payments are handled through compliant, encrypted processors.
Regular reviews ensure the security and propriety of all stored records.

Sharing of Information

We do not share personal information except with:

Reputable service providers acting under confidentiality (e.g., web hosts, payment processors, or printers).
Legal or regulatory authorities when required by law.

If data is transferred outside the United States, appropriate safeguards are applied to maintain its protection.

Retention of Records

Information is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill its purpose or meet legal obligations (e.g., transaction or tax records). When no longer needed, records are securely deleted or anonymized for statistical use.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

Request a copy of your information held by Wagenknecht Press
Amend or correct inaccurate details
Withdraw consent for communications
Request deletion of your information, within legal limits

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@wagenknechtpress.com.

Complaints

We value transparency and accountability.
Concerns may be sent to the address above, and we will make every effort to resolve them directly. If you believe your data rights have not been upheld, you may contact the appropriate authority in your jurisdiction.

Amendments

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect new practices, technologies, or legal requirements. The most recent version will always be available on our website.

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An imprint of Ange Lorraine LLC
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