Binding Thread Press
Effective Date: October 15, 2025
These Terms and Conditions govern the use of this website and the services provided through it. Please review these provisions carefully before accessing the site or subscribing to any services offered herein.
1. Parties and Application
This website is operated by Binding Thread Press, a sole proprietorship registered under Spanish law and operating in accordance with applicable regulations governing information society services. The business engages in the publication of low-content and medium-content books distributed through Amazon's Kindle Direct Publishing platform, maintains this promotional website, and offers newsletter subscription services to interested parties.
Access to or use of this website, including downloading materials, subscribing to communications, or following links to third-party retail platforms, constitutes acceptance of these Terms in their entirety. Users who do not agree to be bound by these provisions must refrain from accessing or using the website.
These Terms are governed by Spanish law, specifically the Ley de Servicios de la Sociedad de la Información y de Comercio Electrónico (Law 34/2002, "LSSI"), which establishes requirements for online service providers operating from Spain. European Union regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (Regulation 2016/679) and consumer protection directives, also apply. Users located in jurisdictions with enhanced consumer protection regimes retain all rights conferred by their local law where such rights cannot be waived by contract.
2. Description of Services
The website serves several distinct functions, each subject to particular legal requirements under applicable law.
Informational Content. The site provides information regarding books published under the Binding Thread Press brand. This includes three separate imprints: one directed toward children and pre-adolescent readers, and two focused on adult audiences.
Product descriptions, cover images, author information, and related promotional materials are displayed for informational purposes.
Affiliate Marketing Functions. The website incorporates affiliate links through the Amazon Associates Program, as well as universal book links generated via third-party services (currently Booklinker, with planned transition to GeniusLink). These links redirect users to Amazon retail pages where books may be purchased. Universal link services employ geolocation technology to direct users to the appropriate Amazon marketplace based on their detected location.
Newsletter Services. The website offers optional newsletter subscription through MailerLite, a third-party email marketing platform certified as compliant with GDPR requirements. Newsletter content includes publication announcements, promotional materials (incorporating affiliate links), content previews, and occasional complimentary downloadable materials. Subscription is entirely voluntary and not required to access informational content or follow affiliate links to retail platforms.
Downloadable Materials. Certain digital content, including bonus materials related to published books and lead magnets designed to encourage newsletter subscription, is available for download without charge. Users may access these materials without providing personal information, though newsletter subscription is encouraged for notification of future offerings.
3. Nature of Commercial Transactions
Users must understand that this website does not facilitate direct sales of books or other merchandise. All purchase transactions occur through Amazon.com and its international marketplace variants. When users click affiliate or universal book links and proceed to complete purchases on Amazon's platform, the contractual relationship for that purchase exists between the user and Amazon, not between the user and Binding Thread Press.
Binding Thread Press serves as publisher and copyright holder of the content but does not engage in retail sales, payment processing, order fulfillment, shipping, or customer service related to book purchases. Amazon maintains exclusive control over these aspects of the transaction, including pricing, promotional discounts, manufacturing (through its print-on-demand services), delivery logistics, and post-purchase support.
Consequently, issues arising from purchases made through Amazon (including but not limited to delivery delays, product defects, incorrect orders, billing disputes, or quality concerns) must be addressed directly with Amazon's customer service departments in accordance with Amazon's terms of service and return policies. Binding Thread Press lacks both the technical capability and legal authority to process returns, issue refunds, or resolve transaction disputes for purchases completed through Amazon's platform.
4. Affiliate Relationship Disclosure
Binding Thread Press participates in the Amazon Associates Program, an affiliate marketing arrangement whereby websites may earn commission revenue by directing traffic to Amazon properties. When users click affiliate links from this website and subsequently complete purchases on Amazon (whether of our publications or other products offered by Amazon), the Company receives commission payments from Amazon.
This financial relationship requires disclosure under regulations established by the United States Federal Trade Commission, which mandate clear and conspicuous disclosure of material connections between endorsers and advertisers. Accordingly, users are informed that affiliate links on this website generate compensation for Binding Thread Press when purchases are completed through Amazon following click-through from our site.
The existence of this affiliate relationship does not alter pricing or terms for users.
Amazon determines all retail prices, promotional offers, and transaction terms independently. Users clicking affiliate links are redirected to Amazon's platform, where Amazon's terms of service, privacy policies, and purchasing procedures govern all subsequent interactions.
5. Newsletter Subscription and Data Processing
Newsletter services operate in compliance with multiple regulatory frameworks, including GDPR, Spain's data protection legislation implementing EU directives, and anti-spam laws applicable in jurisdictions where subscribers are located.
Consent Requirements. Subscription requires affirmative, informed consent obtained through clearly labeled opt-in mechanisms. Users provide consent by explicitly clicking subscription buttons after reviewing information describing the nature and purpose of newsletter communications. Pre-checked boxes or passive consent mechanisms are not employed, consistent with GDPR requirements for valid consent under Article 6(1)(a). MailerLite maintains documentation of consent details, including date, time, method, and content of consent solicitation, satisfying accountability requirements under Article 5(2) of GDPR.
Communication Content. Newsletter communications contain information regarding newly published books, promotional announcements (including affiliate links to Amazon), previews or excerpts from publications, and occasional complimentary digital content. Communications may also include reader surveys, feedback requests, or promotional activity invitations. Frequency is not contractually fixed; subscribers should anticipate periodic communications rather than daily transmissions.
Unsubscribe Rights. Subscribers possess an unconditional right to withdraw consent and terminate newsletter subscription at any time without penalty or requirement to provide justification. Each newsletter includes a functional unsubscribe link enabling immediate automated processing of withdrawal requests. Subscribers may also submit unsubscribe requests via direct email communication. Upon receipt of withdrawal requests, marketing communications cease within a reasonable timeframe, typically 48 hours, though processing delays may occur for emails already in transmission queues.
Jurisdictional Considerations. For subscribers in California, the California Consumer Privacy Act (as amended) establishes rights regarding personal data, including rights to know what information is collected, request deletion, correct inaccuracies, and opt out of data sale (though subscriber data is not sold). For Canadian subscribers, Canada's
Anti-Spam Legislation requires express consent, clear sender identification in all messages, and functional unsubscribe mechanisms, all of which are implemented in our newsletter operations.
Third-Party Processing. MailerLite processes personal data (email addresses, names if provided, subscription preferences, and engagement metrics) on behalf of Binding Thread Press. MailerLite operates as a data processor under GDPR terminology, pursuant to a Data Processing Addendum establishing contractual safeguards required by Article 28 of GDPR. MailerLite implements appropriate technical and organizational security measures and has adopted Standard Contractual Clauses for international data transfers outside the European Economic Area.
6. Consumer Rights and Return Policies
Because purchases occur through Amazon rather than directly through this website, Amazon's return and refund policies control. Consumer rights applicable to these transactions depend on the purchaser's jurisdiction and the location from which products are dispatched.
United States Purchasers. The Federal Trade Commission's Mail, Internet, or Telephone Order Merchandise Rule (16 C.F.R. Part 435) requires sellers to ship merchandise within stated timeframes or, if no timeframe is specified, within 30 days of receiving properly completed orders. Sellers unable to meet promised delivery times must provide notice and offer cancellation with full refund. These obligations apply to Amazon as the seller. California residents possess additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act regarding personal data processing.
Canadian Purchasers. Provincial consumer protection statutes apply to transactions with Canadian residents, with specific requirements varying by province. Ontario's Consumer Protection Act (S.O. 2002, c. 30), for example, establishes disclosure requirements for internet agreements and grants consumers cancellation rights for certain transaction types. Amazon bears responsibility for compliance with applicable provincial legislation.
European Union Purchasers. Directive 2011/83/EU on consumer rights, transposed into member state national law, grants consumers a 14-day right of withdrawal for distance contracts. This right allows return of goods without stating reasons, subject to limited exceptions. Books, as tangible goods, generally fall within the withdrawal right. The right is exercised by notifying Amazon within 14 days of receipt, with consumers responsible for return shipping costs (unless goods are defective) and sellers obligated to refund amounts paid within 14 days of receiving returned goods or proof of return. Spanish implementation appears in Royal Legislative Decree 1/2007 (the LGDCU).
Digital Content Exclusions. Complimentary digital content offered for download through this website is provided without charge and therefore does not constitute a purchase subject to refund rights. These materials are provided under license rather than as ownership transfer, as discussed in Section 7 below.
7. Intellectual Property Rights
All content embodied in or accessible through this website, including literary works, graphic designs, book covers, logos, trademarks, photographs, illustrations, software code, and databases, is protected by copyright laws, trademark laws, and other intellectual property statutes of Spain, the European Union, the United States, and international treaties.
Copyright Protection. Books published under the Binding Thread Press brand constitute original works of authorship protected by copyright from the moment of fixation. The Company retains all exclusive rights in these works, including reproduction, distribution, public display, and creation of derivative works, subject only to statutory exceptions and contractual licenses granted to Amazon for print-on-demand manufacturing and distribution purposes.
Website content, including text, graphics, and other published materials, is similarly protected. Users receive a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and view website content for personal, non-commercial informational purposes. This license does not permit downloading (except for materials expressly offered for download), reproduction, modification, distribution, public display, or commercial exploitation without prior written authorization.
Licensed Digital Materials. Downloadable materials are provided under limited license for personal use only. California Assembly Bill 2426, effective January 1, 2025, requires clear disclosure when digital goods are offered under license rather than as ownership transfer. Accordingly, users are expressly informed that downloaded materials remain the property of Binding Thread Press, with users receiving only the right to access and use materials for personal purposes. Users may not reproduce, distribute, publicly display, create derivative works from, or commercially exploit downloaded materials without express written authorization. The license may be revoked for breach of these Terms.
Trademark Rights. "Binding Thread Press" and associated logos, together with individual imprint names and branding, constitute trademarks or unregistered trade dress owned by the Company. Users may not use these marks in connection with products or services in any manner likely to cause confusion, mistake, or deception, or that disparages or discredits the Company.
8. Prohibited Uses
Users agree to utilize the website in accordance with applicable law and these Terms. The following activities are expressly prohibited:
Unlawful Activities. Users shall not employ the website for any purpose violating Spanish law, European Union regulations, or laws of the jurisdiction in which the user is located, including but not limited to intellectual property infringement, defamation, harassment, fraud, unauthorized data collection, malicious software distribution, or attempts to circumvent security measures.
Technical Interference. Users shall not engage in conduct disrupting or interfering with website functionality, servers, or networks, including introducing viruses or malicious code, employing automated systems (bots, scrapers, crawlers) without authorization, attempting unauthorized access to restricted areas, or conducting denial-of-service attacks.
Misrepresentation. Users shall not impersonate other individuals or entities, falsely state or misrepresent affiliation with any person or organization, or provide false information when submitting forms or communications.
Newsletter Service Abuse. Newsletter subscribers shall not utilize contact information to transmit unsolicited commercial communications, engage in harassment, or otherwise violate anti-spam regulations. Subscribers must provide accurate email addresses and promptly update or unsubscribe if addresses become invalid.
9. Third-Party Services and External Links
The website incorporates links to external platforms and utilizes third-party services, each operating under separate legal frameworks beyond the Company's control.
Amazon Platform. Affiliate and universal book links redirect users to Amazon.com and its international variants. Upon redirection, users enter Amazon's digital properties and Amazon's Terms of Service, Privacy Policy, and other applicable policies govern all subsequent interactions. The Company exercises no control over and assumes no responsibility for Amazon's content, functionality, privacy practices, fulfillment processes, or customer service.
MailerLite Platform. Newsletter services operate through MailerLite, which provides email transmission infrastructure, subscription management, analytics, and data storage. MailerLite has certified GDPR compliance and implements appropriate security measures. Newsletter subscription involves disclosure of email addresses and related data to MailerLite, which processes such data pursuant to a Data Processing Addendum incorporating Standard Contractual Clauses for international transfers.
Universal Link Services. Booklinker and GeniusLink generate universal book links employing geolocation technology to route users to appropriate Amazon marketplaces. These services may process IP addresses and technical information for routing purposes. Users should review these services' privacy policies regarding data processing practices.
Future Analytics Implementation. The Company may implement website analytics services such as Google Analytics to collect aggregated statistical information regarding traffic and user behavior. Such implementation would require compliance with GDPR consent requirements, data processing agreements, and privacy disclosures. Users would be notified through Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy updates, with consent mechanisms implemented where legally required.
Disclaimer of Third-Party Responsibility. Links to third-party websites and services are provided solely for user convenience. The Company does not endorse, warrant, or assume responsibility for content, accuracy, functionality, legality, or practices of any third-party sites or services. Users access third-party sites at their own risk and should exercise due diligence in reviewing applicable terms and policies.
10. Warranties and Disclaimers
To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, the following disclaimers apply.
Provision "As Is." The website and all content, materials, services, and functionality are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, express or implied. The Company disclaims all warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for particular purpose, title, non-infringement, and those arising from course of dealing or usage of trade. No warranty is made that the website will be uninterrupted, error-free, secure, or free from harmful components; that defects will be corrected; or that content is accurate, complete, reliable, current, or suitable for any particular purpose.
Informational Purpose. Content is provided for informational and promotional purposes only. While efforts are made to ensure accuracy, no representations or warranties are made regarding completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability of any information. Reliance on such information is at the user's sole risk.
No Professional Advice. Nothing on this website constitutes professional advice (legal, financial, medical, educational, or otherwise), and content should not be relied upon as
substitute for consultation with qualified professionals.
Exclusion of Consumer Protection Rights. Nothing in these disclaimers excludes or limits liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation, or any other liability that cannot be excluded or limited under applicable law. Consumers retain all mandatory statutory rights notwithstanding these Terms.
11. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Binding Thread Press, its owner, contractors, employees, agents, and licensors shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, arising from or relating to: (i) access to or use of or inability to access or use the website; (ii) conduct or content of any third party on or through the website; (iii) content obtained from the website; (iv) unauthorized access, use, or alteration of transmissions or content; or (v) transactions conducted with Amazon or other third parties accessed through links, whether based on warranty, contract, tort (including negligence), product liability, or any other legal theory, and whether or not informed of the possibility of such damage.
Aggregate liability arising from or relating to these Terms or use of the website shall not exceed the greater of €100 or amounts paid by the user to the Company during the twelve months preceding the event giving rise to liability. Given that website services are provided without charge (purchases being transacted with Amazon), this limitation typically results in nominal or zero liability.
12. Indemnification
Users agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Binding Thread Press, its owner, contractors, licensors, service providers, employees, and agents from and against all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from or relating to: (i) violation of these Terms; (ii) violation of any law, regulation, or third-party right; (iii) use or misuse of the website; or (iv) negligence or willful misconduct. The Company reserves the right to assume exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification, with user cooperation required in asserting available defenses. This obligation survives termination.
13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
Spanish law governs these Terms, without regard to conflict of law principles. The LSSI and Spanish implementation of EU consumer protection directives establish the primary regulatory framework. EU regulations, including GDPR and the Consumer Rights Directive, also apply.
Consumers habitually resident in EU member states may, pursuant to Articles 17-19 of Regulation (EU) No 1215/2012 (Brussels Ia Regulation), bring proceedings in courts of their place of habitual residence. Consumers in other jurisdictions retain rights under mandatory jurisdictional rules protecting their ability to bring claims in local courts.
The European Commission provides an Online Dispute Resolution platform at https://consumer-redress.ec.europa.eu/ for consumer disputes with EU-based traders.
Given that purchases occur through Amazon, transaction disputes would typically be with Amazon rather than with Binding Thread Press.
14. Modification of Terms
The Company reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Material modifications will be announced through updating the "Effective Date" displayed above, posting conspicuous notice on the website, and potentially sending email notification to newsletter subscribers. Continued use of the website following publication of modified Terms constitutes acceptance of such modifications. Users who decline to accept modifications must cease using the website. Where legally required for changes substantially altering user rights, affirmative consent may be sought through click-through mechanisms.
15. Termination
Users may terminate their relationship with the Company by ceasing website use, unsubscribing from newsletters, and deleting downloaded materials. Requests for personal data deletion may be submitted under data protection law as described in the Privacy Policy.
The Company may terminate or suspend access immediately and without notice for any reason, including violation of these Terms, conduct potentially causing legal liability or harm, fraudulent or illegal activity, or cessation of website operations. Provisions intended to survive termination (including intellectual property rights, disclaimers, limitations of liability, indemnification, and governing law provisions) remain in effect following termination.
16. General Provisions
These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement regarding website use and supersede all prior understandings. If any provision is found unenforceable, it shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary or severed, with remaining provisions remaining in full force. No waiver of any provision constitutes a continuing waiver or waiver of any other provision. Waivers must be in writing and signed by an authorized representative.
Users may not assign, transfer, or delegate these Terms without prior written consent. The Company may assign these Terms without restriction or notice. These Terms confer no rights upon third parties. The Company is not liable for performance failures due to circumstances beyond reasonable control. The English version of these Terms controls in case of conflict with translations, except where consumer protection law requires application of the consumer's language.
17. Contact Information
Questions regarding these terms should be directed to the contact information provided on the website's contact page. For formal legal service of process or official notifications required by law, contact hello@bindingthreadpress.com to request the registered business address.