Information We Collect
When you visit Modern History Library, our servers automatically record routine log data. This may include your IP address, browser type and version, operating system, referring page, and the date and time of each request. We do not combine this information with personal identifiers unless you voluntarily send us a message.
Information You Provide
If you contact us through the provided email address, we receive and store your message and any personal information you choose to include. We use this only to respond to your inquiry and do not share it with third parties.
Site Preferences
We may store small pieces of data on your device to remember your preferences, such as text size or display settings. These are not used for tracking across other sites.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies where enabled by your browser. These include session cookies necessary for basic functionality and persistent cookies for analytics and, where displayed, advertising. You can control cookies through your browser settings.
Analytics
Where enabled, we use a third-party analytics service to collect aggregated data about how visitors use the catalogue. This service may set cookies and collect anonymised information such as pages visited, time spent, and general geographic region. We use this data to improve the site and understand reader interests.
Advertising
Where advertising is displayed, we may use Google advertising services. These services may use cookies and web beacons to serve ads based on your visits to this site and other websites. Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your browsing history. You can opt out of personalised advertising by visiting Google's Ads Settings. We do not control the data collected by third-party advertisers.
Third-Party Cookies and Web Beacons
Some third-party services integrated into the site, such as analytics providers and advertising networks, may place their own cookies or web beacons on your device. These are subject to the privacy policies of those third parties. We do not have access to or control over these technologies.
Purposes of Processing
We process collected data for the following purposes: to operate and maintain the catalogue, to analyse usage trends, to improve user experience, to display relevant advertising where enabled, and to communicate with users who contact us.
Service Provider Access
We may share limited data with trusted service providers who assist us in operating the website, such as hosting and analytics providers. These providers are contractually bound to use the data only for the specified purposes and to protect its confidentiality.
Security
We take reasonable measures to protect the information we collect against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain server logs and analytics data for a period necessary to fulfil the purposes described, after which they are deleted or anonymised. Messages you send us are retained only as long as needed to address your inquiry and for reasonable administrative purposes.
Your Choices
You may adjust your browser settings to refuse or delete cookies. Please note that some features of the site may not function properly without cookies. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on. For advertising cookies, you can manage preferences through the Digital Advertising Alliance or similar tools.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal data, such as the right to access, correct, or delete information we hold. To exercise these rights, please contact us using the email address provided. We will respond in accordance with applicable law.
Children's Privacy
This site is not directed at children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can take appropriate steps.
External Links
The 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 their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
International Access
This site is operated from New Zealand. If you access it from other regions, please be aware that your information may be transferred to and processed in New Zealand or other jurisdictions where our service providers operate. By using the site, you consent to such transfer.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page. Your continued use of the site after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.