Privacy Policy | Markus Aurelius Hecker

Markus Aurelius Hecker

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 9, 2025  ·  Last Updated: July 9, 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how Markus Aurelius Hecker ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and handles information when you visit markusaureliushecker.com (the "Site"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how your information is used.

By using this Site, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

01Information We Collect

We collect information you voluntarily provide when you fill out a contact form on this Site. This may include:

  • First and last name
  • Email address
  • Phone number (optional)
  • Message content you submit

We do not collect payment information, account credentials, or any sensitive personal data. We do not sell books directly through this Site — all purchases are handled through third-party platforms such as Amazon.

02How We Use Your Information

Information submitted through the contact forms is used solely to:

  • Respond to your inquiry, question, or message
  • Communicate about collaboration, interview, or review copy requests
  • Follow up on feedback or fan correspondence

We do not use your information for automated marketing, profiling, or any purpose beyond direct communication with you.

03Website Hosting & Platform

This Site is built and hosted on Webflow. When you visit the Site, Webflow may automatically collect standard technical data, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Referring URLs

This data is collected by Webflow as part of normal site operation and analytics. For more information, please review Webflow's Privacy Policy.

04Third-Party Links & Services

The Site contains links to third-party websites and platforms, including:

  • Amazon — for purchasing Wings of an Aether and other books in the Seven Systems series
  • Instagram (@thesevensystems) — social media presence
  • Facebook — social media presence

When you click these links, you leave this Site and are subject to each platform's own privacy policy and data practices. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content or privacy practices of any third-party sites.

Purchasing a book through Amazon is governed entirely by Amazon's privacy policy and terms of service. We do not receive or store any payment or purchase data.

05Cookies

This Site may use cookies or similar tracking technologies as part of the Webflow hosting platform. These are typically used for:

  • Site performance and analytics
  • Remembering form states or preferences

We do not use cookies to serve targeted advertising. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings, though doing so may affect how the Site functions.

06Data Retention

We retain contact form submissions only as long as necessary to respond to your inquiry or as required by applicable law. We do not maintain a marketing database or mailing list from form submissions unless you have explicitly opted in to such communication.

07Children's Privacy

This Site is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. While the Seven Systems series is written with young readers in mind, parents and guardians are encouraged to supervise their children's online activity. If you believe a child has submitted personal information through this Site, please contact us so we may delete it promptly.

08Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:

  • Request access to information we hold about you
  • Request correction or deletion of your information
  • Withdraw consent for communication at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.

09Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. When we do, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

10Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please reach out through the contact form on this Site.

You may also reach us by mail at:

  • Markus Aurelius Hecker
  • Northern Colorado, USA