Information We Collect
When you visit the Public Domain Literature Library, routine server logs automatically record certain technical details. These may include your IP address, the type of browser and device you use, the date and time of your visit, pages you view, and the website that referred you. We collect this information to maintain the service, diagnose technical issues, and understand general usage patterns.
If you choose to contact us through the provided email address, we will receive the content of your message and any information you voluntarily include. We use such messages solely to respond to your enquiry.
We do not require you to create an account or provide personal information to browse or download ebooks from our catalogue.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
Our site may use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We use session cookies to remember your preferences during a single visit, and persistent cookies (where enabled) to recognise you on return visits.
Where analytics services are enabled, we may use cookies to compile anonymous statistics about site usage. These tools help us understand which pages are most popular and how visitors navigate the catalogue.
If advertising is displayed on the site, third-party ad networks may place their own cookies or web beacons to serve relevant ads and measure their performance. These technologies are subject to the privacy policies of the respective providers.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies, or to receive a warning before a cookie is stored. Please note that disabling cookies may affect certain features of the site.
Analytics and Advertising
We may use analytics services, such as those provided by Google, to collect and process usage data. These services use cookies and similar technologies to analyse how visitors interact with the site. The information generated (including your IP address) is transmitted to and stored by the service provider on servers that may be located outside your country.
Where Google advertising services are displayed, Google may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our site or other websites. You can learn more about Google’s advertising practices and opt out of certain features by visiting the Google Ads Settings page.
We do not control the cookies or data collection practices of third-party analytics or advertising providers. We encourage you to review their privacy policies for more information.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To operate and maintain the catalogue
- To improve the site and user experience
- To analyse usage trends and measure the effectiveness of content
- To respond to your communications
- To serve relevant advertising, where applicable
We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share aggregated, non-personally identifiable data with service providers or partners for legitimate business purposes.
Service Providers
We may engage third-party companies to perform services on our behalf, such as hosting, analytics, and advertising. These service providers have access to your information only to the extent necessary to perform their functions and are contractually bound to protect its confidentiality.
Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect the information we collect from loss, misuse, and unauthorised access. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain server logs and analytics data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this policy, after which it is deleted or anonymised. Retention periods may vary depending on operational needs and legal requirements.
Your Choices and Rights
You have the right to:
- Opt out of cookies via your browser settings
- Opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on
- Opt out of personalised advertising by adjusting your Google Ads settings or visiting the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page
- Request access to or deletion of any personal data we may hold about you by contacting us
Depending on your location, you may have additional rights under applicable data protection laws. We will respond to legitimate requests without undue delay.
Children’s Privacy
Our catalogue is intended for a general audience. 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 delete it.
External Links
Our site 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.
International Access
This site is operated from New Zealand. If you access it from outside New Zealand, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in New Zealand or other countries 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. We encourage you to review it periodically.