Last updated: December 28th, 2025
The Bearing (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is a literary-driven platform created to support authors, readers, bibliophiles, and creative partners. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information.
This Privacy Policy explains:
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what information we collect
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how we use and store it
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when it may be shared
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your privacy rights and choices
By using our website or submitting information through our forms, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the site.
1. Who We Are
The Bearing — A NGANDIWEB Creative Platform
Website: https://thebearing.ngandiweb.com
Email: thebearing@ngandiweb.com
We operate as a reading and publishing-focused platform supporting:
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authors
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readers
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literary enthusiasts
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partners and collaborators
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal information:
Information you provide voluntarily
(for example, via contact forms, submissions, or email)
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Name
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Email address
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Message or inquiry content
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Author or reader information you choose to share
Information collected automatically
When you browse our website, we may collect:
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IP address
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browser type and version
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device type
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general location (non-precise)
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pages visited and time spent
This information helps us improve site performance and user experience.
Information collected for store or service use
If you purchase items or services through The Bearing or NGANDIWEB-linked platforms, we may collect:
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billing and order details
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contact details
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transaction records
Payment information is processed securely by our payment providers
We do not store full credit card numbers on our servers.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use personal information to:
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respond to messages and inquiries
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communicate with authors and readers
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process orders or service requests (if applicable)
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improve website functionality and user experience
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maintain platform security
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comply with legal obligations
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data.
4. Cookies & Analytics
We may use cookies to:
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remember preferences
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improve navigation
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understand website usage trends
Some third-party analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) may collect anonymized traffic data.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings.
5. How Your Information May Be Shared
We may share your information only when necessary:
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with service providers who support website hosting, email delivery, or security
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with payment processors (for purchases)
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when required by law or legal process
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to protect site integrity and prevent fraud
All partners are required to handle data responsibly.
We do not sell personal information to marketers.
6. Data Storage & Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information against:
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unauthorized access
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loss
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misuse
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alteration
However, no internet transmission is 100% secure.
If a data breach occurs, we will notify affected users when required by law.
7. How Long We Keep Information
We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:
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fulfill the purpose it was collected for
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comply with legal or security requirements
Users may request deletion of personal information at any time (see Section 9).
8. Children’s Privacy
The Bearing is not intended for children under age 13.
We do not knowingly collect information from minors.
If you believe a child has submitted information to us, please contact us and we will delete it.
9. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to:
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access your stored information
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request correction or deletion
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withdraw consent for communication
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request a copy of your data
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object to processing where applicable
To submit a request, contact:
We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.
10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites or platforms.
We are not responsible for:
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their privacy practices
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their security standards
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their content or use of data
We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
The “Last Updated” date at the top reflects the most recent revision.
Continued use of the site after updates constitutes acceptance of the new policy.
12. Contact Us
For questions, requests, or privacy concerns:
📧 Email: thebearing@ngandiweb.com
🌐 Website: https://thebearing.ngandiweb.com
We value authors, readers, and bibliophiles who trust this platform —
and we are committed to protecting your privacy.