How much does it cost to use RightsWord?

We offer three plans: Free (evaluation with 20 publishers, no fees), Solo at $99 (700+ publishers, no commission — keep 100%), and Premium at $199 (1,500+ publishers, dedicated agent, 20% commission on deals, with the $199 credited back from your first commissions).

How is this different from just uploading to Amazon?

Amazon is self-publishing where you handle everything. We connect you with traditional publishers who pay advances, handle translation, printing, marketing, and distribution in their market. You get a dedicated publishing house in each country.

What kind of books can I submit?

Fiction and non-fiction in all genres. Your book should be completed and you must hold the translation/foreign rights - meaning you're self-published, or your publisher granted you these rights.

What happens after a publisher makes an offer?

We handle the entire negotiation - advances, royalty rates, rights duration, territory scope. Once you accept, the contract is signed and the publisher pays the advance.

What do publishers handle after buying rights?

Everything: translation, editing, cover design, printing, marketing, and distribution. You don't invest any money - you simply receive royalty payments. Truly passive income.

How long does it typically take to get a deal?

Some authors receive offers within weeks, others take several months. Your book stays active indefinitely, and we continuously match it with new publishers joining our network.

Is my manuscript safe on the platform?

Publishers only see your synopsis and sample initially. Full manuscripts are shared only with seriously interested publishers under confidentiality terms.

Can I use RightsWord if I already have a literary agent?

If your agent handles foreign rights, work through them. But many agents focus on domestic markets - if you hold your foreign rights, we can complement your existing representation.

Do I need a literary agent to use RightsWord?

No. RightsWord was built specifically for authors who don't have foreign rights representation. We work directly with independent and self-published authors - no agent required. If you do have an agent, we can complement their domestic focus with international outreach.

Can I submit a book that's already on Amazon?

Absolutely. Most of our authors are self-published on Amazon or other platforms. As long as you hold your translation and foreign rights (which self-published authors automatically do), you're eligible. Having existing sales data actually strengthens your pitch to international publishers.

How much do translation rights typically pay?

Advances typically range from $500 to $5,000 per language deal, with ongoing royalties of 7%-12% on every copy sold. Premium authors with strong sales records or high-demand genres can command higher advances. Multiple deals across different countries create compounding passive income.

What genres sell best internationally?

Thrillers, romance, literary fiction, self-help, and business books tend to have the strongest international demand. However, every genre has markets - children's books do exceptionally well in certain regions, and niche non-fiction can find dedicated publishers. We evaluate each book's global potential individually.

What countries buy the most translation rights?

Germany, France, Spain, Italy, and Brazil are among the largest markets for translation rights. Asian markets like China, Japan, and Korea are rapidly growing. Eastern European countries like Poland and the Czech Republic are also very active buyers. Our network covers 50+ countries across all continents.

Legal

Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 17, 2026

1. Introduction

RightsWord ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website at rightsword.com and our translation rights agency services.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

Personal Information: Name, email address, and contact details when you submit a book or contact us.
Book Information: Book title, ISBN, synopsis, sample chapters, Amazon links, and other book-related details you submit for representation.
Payment Information: Billing details processed securely through our third-party payment provider (Freemius). We do not store your full payment card details on our servers.
Communication Data: Messages, inquiries, and correspondence you send to us through our contact form or email.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Review and evaluate your book submission for translation rights representation.
Pitch your book to international publishers in our network of 1,500+ publishers across 50+ countries.
Communicate with you about your submission status, publisher interest, and deal negotiations.
Process payments for premium services.
Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.
Improve our website and services.
Comply with legal obligations.

4. Information Sharing

We may share your information with:

International Publishers: We share your book synopsis, sample chapters, and author name with publishers who may be interested in acquiring translation rights. Full manuscripts are only shared with seriously interested publishers.
Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate our platform (e.g., hosting, payment processing, email delivery).
Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, or legal process.

We never sell your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Your data is stored on secure, encrypted servers. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your book submission is active in our system and for a reasonable period thereafter. If you request deletion of your data, we will remove it within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal or contractual obligations.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data.
Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format.
Objection: Object to certain processing of your data.
Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at rightsword.contact@gmail.com.

8. Cookies

Our website uses essential cookies required for the site to function properly. We do not use tracking or advertising cookies. Third-party services integrated into our site (such as payment processing) may use their own cookies subject to their respective privacy policies.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected personal data from a child, we will delete it promptly.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: rightsword.contact@gmail.com