Information We Collect
When you visit the Modern History Library, our servers automatically record routine log data: your IP address, browser type and version, operating system, referring pages, the date and time of each request, and the pages you view. This information is used to maintain and improve the site, diagnose technical problems, and analyse general usage patterns.
Information You Provide Voluntarily
If you send us a message via the contact email (editor@oovba.com), we receive the content of your message and the email address you use. We use this only to respond to your inquiry and do not add it to any marketing list. We may retain a copy of the correspondence for record-keeping purposes.
Site Preferences
We may store small pieces of information on your device to remember your preferences, such as your chosen display settings or the last catalogue section you visited. These are not used to track you across other websites.
Cookies
Like many websites, we use cookies—small text files placed on your device—to help the site function properly and to understand how readers interact with the catalogue. Some cookies are strictly necessary for basic operation; others help us improve your experience. Where enabled, third-party services may also place cookies as described below.
Analytics
We use analytics tools to collect aggregated, non-personal information about how the site is used—such as which pages are most popular, how long readers stay, and what regions they come from. These tools may use cookies or similar technologies. The data is anonymised and used solely for editorial and operational improvements. You can opt out of analytics cookies through your browser settings or consent controls where provided.
Advertising
If advertising is displayed on the site, it may be delivered by third-party advertising networks that use cookies, web beacons, or similar technologies to serve ads based on your visits to this and other websites. These technologies enable advertisers to measure the effectiveness of their ads and to show you relevant content. We do not control these third-party cookies or the data they collect. You may opt out of interest-based advertising through your browser settings or via industry opt-out programs.
Google Advertising Services
Where Google advertising services are displayed, Google may use cookies and web beacons to serve ads based on your prior visits to this site or other websites. Google’s use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to you based on your visit to our site and/or other sites on the internet. You may opt out of personalised advertising by visiting Google’s Ads Settings. Alternatively, you can opt out of third-party vendors’ use of cookies for personalised advertising by visiting the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page.
Third-Party Cookies and Web Beacons
Some pages may include embedded content from external services (such as video players or social media sharing buttons). These services may set their own cookies or use web beacons to track your interaction. We have no control over these technologies and recommend reviewing the privacy policies of those services for more information.
Purposes of Processing
We process personal data only for the following purposes: (a) to operate and maintain the catalogue; (b) to respond to your communications; (c) to analyse and improve the site; (d) to serve advertising, where enabled; and (e) to comply with legal obligations. We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
Service-Provider Access
We may engage limited third-party service providers (such as hosting, analytics, or advertising partners) who have access to personal data only as necessary to perform their functions and are contractually bound to protect it. They are not permitted to use your data for their own purposes.
Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission or storage system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy or as required by law. Log data is kept for a limited period and then deleted or anonymised. Correspondence is retained for a reasonable period after the last contact.
Your Choices and Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction or deletion of your data.
- Object to or restrict certain processing activities.
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
- Opt out of cookies and analytics through your browser settings or the consent controls provided on the site.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at editor@oovba.com. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.
Browser Controls
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or to alert you when a cookie is being sent. Please note that disabling some cookies may affect the functionality of the site. You can also manage analytics and advertising preferences through tools provided by your browser or device.
Consent Controls
Where required by law, we provide a cookie consent banner or similar mechanism that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. Your choice will be stored in a cookie on your device. You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your cookies and revisiting the site.
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 you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can delete it.
External Links
The site may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.
International Access
The Modern History Library is operated from Canada. If you access the site from outside Canada, your data may be transferred to and processed in Canada or other countries where our service providers operate. By using the site, you consent to such transfer. We will take appropriate safeguards to protect your data in accordance with applicable law.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page. We encourage you to review it periodically.
Contact
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact the catalogue project at editor@oovba.com.