Privacy Policy
Last updated: February 2026
1. Information We Collect
When you create an account, we collect your email address and display name. When you use EtoBox, we collect:
- Reading progress (which books you read and where you stopped)
- Bookmarks and highlights you create
- Ratings and reviews you submit
- Collections and reading lists you organize
- Search queries (to improve search relevance)
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Sync your reading progress across devices
- Provide personalized book recommendations
- Calculate aggregate book ratings
- Improve our search and discovery features
- Communicate important service updates
3. Data Storage
Your data is stored securely on our servers. Reading progress is also cached locally on your device for offline access. You can clear local data at any time from Settings.
4. Data Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. Anonymous, aggregated data (such as total book views) may be used for analytics purposes.
5. Cookies & Local Storage
We use browser local storage to save your reading preferences, authentication token, and reading progress. We do not use third-party tracking cookies.
6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access all data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your account and all associated data
- Export your reading data
7. Security
We use industry-standard security measures including encrypted connections (HTTPS), bcrypt password hashing, and JWT-based authentication.
8. Contact
For privacy-related questions, please contact us through the Settings page.