Effective Date: March 11, 2026
Steven A. Leibo (“we,” “us,” or “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share when you visit this website. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, when we may share it, how we protect it, and the choices available to you regarding your information.
By using this website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
This website is operated by Steven A. Leibo, based in New York, USA.
For privacy-related questions, requests, or concerns, you may contact:
Email: steven@jzleibo.com
We may collect the following categories of information when you use this website:
We may collect information that you choose to provide directly, including:
Your name
Your email address
The content of any message you send through a contact form
Information you provide when subscribing to updates, newsletters, or announcements
Information you provide when contacting us about books, articles, speaking engagements, collaborations, or general inquiries
When you visit this website, certain technical and usage information may be collected automatically, including:
IP address
Browser type and version
Device type
Operating system
Referring website
Pages visited
Time spent on pages
Date and time of access
General geographic region inferred from IP address
Cookie and tracking data
Websites commonly collect similar technical data and may use cookies or similar tools to understand traffic, improve performance, and measure site usage. Accurate disclosure of those practices is an important consumer-protection expectation.
We may use the information we collect to:
Respond to inquiries and messages
Provide information about books, articles, research, speaking engagements, and related updates
Send newsletters or updates if you choose to subscribe
Operate, maintain, and improve the website
Understand how visitors use the website
Enhance site security and prevent misuse
Comply with legal obligations
Protect our rights, visitors, and website integrity
We use personal information only for legitimate purposes related to operating this website and communicating with visitors.
Although this website is based in the United States, we aim to handle personal information responsibly and transparently. Our goal is to clearly explain what data is collected, why it is collected, and how it is used. Privacy statements should be truthful and not misleading, and website controls should work as described.
This website may use cookies, pixels, analytics tools, and similar technologies to support essential functionality, understand usage patterns, improve performance, and enhance the visitor experience.
These technologies may help us:
Remember preferences
Understand site traffic and visitor interactions
Measure engagement with pages and content
Improve website design and functionality
Some cookies may be session-based and expire when you close your browser, while others may persist for a longer period until they expire or are deleted. Persistent cookies are commonly used for analytics and site performance measurement.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that some parts of the website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
If you contact us or subscribe to updates, we may use your email address to:
Reply to your inquiry
Send requested information
Share updates about books, articles, publications, events, or website news
You may unsubscribe from non-essential email communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in the message or by contacting us at steven@jzleibo.com.
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share information only in limited circumstances, including:
With service providers that help operate the website, such as hosting, analytics, email delivery, or security providers
If required by law, legal process, or government request
To protect rights, safety, security, or property
In connection with a business transfer, merger, restructuring, or similar event, if applicable
Any third-party service providers are expected to use information only as necessary to provide their services.
This website may include links to third-party websites, including bookseller pages, publisher pages, media platforms, or other external resources. For example, some book links may direct visitors to Amazon or other third-party services.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices, policies, or content of third-party websites. Once you leave this website, your interactions are governed by the policies of the external site you visit.
We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, including:
Responding to inquiries
Maintaining communication records
Operating and improving the website
Complying with legal or security obligations
When information is no longer needed, we will take reasonable steps to delete, anonymize, or securely store it.
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to help protect personal information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, disclosure, or alteration.
However, no website, internet transmission, or storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
The FTC’s business guidance emphasizes the importance of keeping privacy and security practices current and transparent.
This website is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that personal information from a child under 13 has been submitted without appropriate consent, we will take reasonable steps to delete it.
Depending on where you are located, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including the ability to:
Request access to personal information you have provided
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of your personal information, where appropriate
Opt out of marketing communications
Adjust browser settings to manage cookies and tracking tools
To make a privacy-related request, contact steven@jzleibo.com.
Some browsers offer privacy controls or “Do Not Track” settings. Website privacy representations should be accurate, and tracking-related controls should operate as described.
Because browser standards and third-party technologies continue to evolve, this website may not respond to every “Do Not Track” signal in the same way across all browsers or services. However, users may still limit tracking by adjusting browser settings, deleting cookies, or using privacy controls available in their devices and browsers.
If you access this website from outside the United States, please note that your information may be processed and stored in the United States or in other locations where our service providers operate.
By using this website, you understand that your information may be transferred to jurisdictions that may have different data protection rules than those in your country.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in website practices, technology, legal requirements, or operational needs. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Your continued use of the website after changes are posted means you accept the revised Privacy Policy.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:
Steven A. Leibo
New York, USA
Email: steven@jzleibo.com
