LAST UPDATED MAR 1, 2025
Vote2050.com is a campaign platform designed to support the world of the novel, Artificial Wisdom, by Thomas R. Weaver by engaging readers in an immersive, interactive experience. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you interact with the site or sign up to receive campaign updates.
Who We Are
This site is operated by Chainmaker Press Ltd., on behalf of the promotional campaign for Artificial Wisdom by Thomas R. Weaver. For any privacy-related inquiries, you can contact: privacy@vote2050.com
What We Collect
Choosing to vote on the ballot will collect the following data:
• Name or chosen alias
• Email address
• Voting selections within the campaign
• Country or region (optional)
• Referral information (if you came from a link shared by another user)
All information is stored securely and access is limited to the campaign team involved in marketing and publicity for Artificial Wisdom and it's sequel.
How We'll Use It
We collect your data to:
Keep you updated on the campaign, including election results and related in-world news.
Send periodic communications around Artificial Wisdom and future releases.
Understand voting trends for marketing purposes (anonymised).
Share anonymised aggregate results (e.g. total votes for each candidate).
Invite you to participate in special events, competitions, or interactive content around the book.
We will never sell your data or use it for unrelated marketing purposes. You will not be marketed books outside of the Artificial Wisdom universe.
Lawful Basis
Under GDPR, we rely on your consent when you voluntarily provide your information via the site. You can withdraw your consent at any time using the unsubscribe link in any campaign email, or by contacting us directly.
Data Sharing
Your data may be shared with:
• Penguin Random House for the sole purpose of running and evaluating the Vote 2050 campaign.
• Email service providers who help us manage communication with you.
• Third-party analytics tools to understand user engagement (in anonymised form only).
Data Storage & Retention
Your information is securely stored in encrypted databases and spreadsheets (e.g. Google Sheets) with access restricted to key team members. We will retain your data only as long as the Vote 2050 campaign is active, or until you request deletion.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction or deletion of your data
• Withdraw your consent at any time
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (e.g. the UK ICO)
To exercise your rights, contact:
privacy@vote2050.com
Use of Cookies
Vote2050.com currently uses no cookies.
International Data Transfers & Third-Party Providers
Some of the services we use to operate this website and communicate with you (such as Google Workspace, Framer, or email marketing platforms like Mailchimp or Brevo) may process your personal data outside the UK or European Economic Area (EEA), including in the United States.
Where this occurs, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with UK and EU GDPR. This includes ensuring providers have entered into standard contractual clauses (SCCs) or have other approved mechanisms in place.
We only use third-party providers who are committed to GDPR compliance and who offer Data Processing Agreements (DPAs), which we have accepted as part of our service use.
If you would like more information about where your data is stored or how we safeguard it, please contact us at privacy@vote2050.com.
