Information We Collect
When you visit Modern History Library, our servers automatically record routine information sent by your browser. This may include your device’s Internet Protocol (IP) address, browser type and version, operating system, referring pages, and the date and time of each request. We also collect information about how you interact with the catalogue, such as which pages you view and how long you stay on a page.
If you choose to contact us via the provided email address, we will receive any personal information you include in your message, such as your name and email address. We retain those communications only as long as necessary to respond and to improve our service.
We may store certain preferences on your device, such as display settings or reading lists, using local storage or similar technologies. This information stays on your device and is not transmitted to us unless you explicitly send it (for example, by sharing a link).
Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies for the operation of the site and, where enabled, for analytics and advertising. Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser.
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the site to function properly. They enable basic features such as page navigation and remembering your session preferences. The site cannot work properly without these cookies.
Analytics Cookies
Where enabled, we use analytics services (such as Google Analytics) to collect aggregated information about how visitors use the site. These services may set cookies on your device and collect data including your IP address, browser type, and pages visited. This helps us understand usage patterns and improve the catalogue. The data collected is anonymized where possible.
Advertising Cookies
Where displayed, third-party advertising networks may place cookies on your device to serve advertisements that are relevant to your interests. These networks may use information about your visits to this and other websites to provide targeted ads. We may also use Google advertising services, which use cookies and web beacons to measure ad performance and prevent repeat ads. You can learn more about Google’s practices at their privacy policy page.
Web Beacons
We may include web beacons (also known as pixel tags) in emails or on the site to track delivery and engagement. These are small, transparent images that allow us to count page views or email opens.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To operate, maintain, and improve the Modern History Library catalogue.
- To understand how readers interact with the site and to analyze trends.
- To respond to your inquiries and provide support.
- To display advertising that is relevant to you, where advertising is enabled.
- To detect and prevent fraudulent or abusive activity.
- To comply with legal obligations.
Sharing of Information
We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share non-personal, aggregated data with partners or the public for reporting or research purposes.
We use limited service providers to help us operate the site, such as hosting providers, analytics services, and advertising networks. These providers have access to your information only to perform specific tasks on our behalf and are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it solely for the services we request.
We may disclose your information if required by law, such as in response to a valid court order or legal process, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or the public.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law. Server logs are retained for a limited period and then deleted or anonymized. Communications are kept as long as needed to resolve your inquiry and for our legitimate business purposes.
Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information. These may include the right to access, correct, delete, or port your data, and the right to object to or restrict processing. To exercise these rights, please contact us at the email address below.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. However, if you disable cookies, some features of the site may not function properly.
For analytics cookies, you can opt out by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on or by adjusting your cookie preferences on our site, if a consent tool is available.
For advertising cookies, you can opt out of interest-based advertising by visiting the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page or the Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out page. You can also adjust your Google ad settings at adssettings.google.com.
Third-Party Links
The Modern History Library catalogue may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
Children’s Privacy
Our catalogue is intended for a general audience and is not directed at children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
International Access
This site is operated from Canada. If you access the catalogue from outside Canada, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in Canada or other jurisdictions where our service providers operate. By using the site, you consent to such transfer and processing in accordance with this policy.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and your continued use of the site after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at editor@kiuce.com.