Privacy Policy
Last updated: November 1, 2026
This website, chaabanbooks.com, is run by Ibrahim Y. Chaaban (“I”, “me”, or “my”). This page explains what personal information I collect when you visit the site, how I use it, and the choices you have. I’ve tried to keep it short and in plain language.
The short version
- I only collect what you choose to give me (a message, a comment, or your email address) plus basic technical information that comes with any website visit.
- I use it to reply to you, run the blog and email list, and keep the site working and secure.
- I don’t sell your personal information.
- You can ask me to correct or delete your information, or unsubscribe from emails, at any time.
Information I collect
Contact form. If you send a message through the Contact page, I receive your name, email address, and message. I use them only to read and reply to you.
Comments. If you leave a comment on a blog post or resources page, I collect the name, email address, and comment you submit, along with your IP address and browser information, which help with spam detection. Your name and comment may be displayed publicly once approved. Your email address is not displayed.
Email list. If you sign up to be notified about new books, resources, or articles, I collect your email address so I can send you those updates.
Automatically collected information. Like most websites, the site and its hosting provider may automatically record technical information such as your IP address, browser type, device, the pages you visit, and the date and time of your visit. This is used to keep the site running, secure, and to understand in general terms how it is used.
How I use your information
- To respond to your messages and comments.
- To send you emails you’ve asked for, such as news about my books and new articles.
- To protect the site from spam and abuse.
- To understand how the site is used so I can improve it.
Who else handles your information
This site is hosted by WordPress.com (Automattic Inc.), which stores site data, delivers email, handles email subscriptions, filters spam, and may collect visitor statistics on my behalf. Their handling of your information is described in the Automattic Privacy Policy. I don’t sell or rent your personal information to anyone, and I only share it with service providers that help me run the site, or when the law requires it.
Cookies
The site and its hosting provider may use cookies, which are small files stored in your browser, for things like remembering your name and email when you comment, keeping the site secure, and collecting visitor statistics. You can block or delete cookies in your browser settings, though parts of the site may not work as expected without them.
Links to other websites
This site links to other websites, including Amazon, where my books are sold, and LinkedIn. Those sites have their own privacy practices, and I’m not responsible for them. I encourage you to read their policies before sharing any information.
How long I keep information
I keep contact messages for as long as needed to respond and follow up. Approved comments stay on the site until I or you ask for them to be removed. Email list addresses are kept until you unsubscribe.
Your choices
- Unsubscribe from emails at any time using the link at the bottom of every email.
- Ask to see, correct, or delete the personal information I hold about you, including a comment you’ve left, by contacting me.
- Control cookies through your browser settings.
Depending on where you live, you may have additional rights under local privacy laws. If you’d like to exercise any of them, get in touch and I’ll do my best to help.
Children
This site is written for working adults and is not directed at children under 13. I don’t knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has given me their information, please contact me and I’ll delete it.
Where information is stored
The site is operated from the United States, and information may be stored and processed there or in other countries where my service providers operate.
Changes to this policy
I may update this policy from time to time. When I do, I’ll change the “last updated” date at the top of this page.
Contact me
Questions about this policy, or requests about your information? Please reach out through the Contact page.