Information We Collect
When you visit the Public Domain Literature Library, our servers automatically record routine log information, including your IP address, browser type and version, device identifiers, operating system, referring pages, and the date and time of each request. We also collect information you voluntarily provide, such as messages sent through our contact form or site preferences you set.
We collect only the data necessary to operate the catalogue and respond to your inquiries. For example, if you send us a note about a reading companion or a contextual discussion page, we receive the email address and message you provide. We do not require you to create an account or provide any personal information to browse the library.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience, remember your preferences, and understand how you use the catalogue. Where enabled, we may use analytics services (such as Google Analytics) that set their own cookies. If advertising is displayed, third-party ad networks may place cookies and web beacons to serve relevant ads and measure performance. You can control cookie settings through your browser.
Cookies help us recognize returning visitors and tailor content to your interests. For instance, if you adjust your view settings while exploring a guide like All quiet on the Western Front — Themes and Context, a cookie can remember that preference. You are free to disable cookies, but some features may not function as intended.
How We Use Your Data
We process your data to operate and maintain the site, respond to your messages, personalize content, analyze usage trends, and, where applicable, deliver advertisements. We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
Usage data helps us understand which categories—such as Exploration Survival Adventure Tales or Historical Psychological Social Fiction—are most popular, allowing us to prioritize similar works. We do not use your data for automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal effects.
Third-Party Services
We may use third-party service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics, advertising) who have limited access to your data solely to perform tasks on our behalf. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data. Where Google advertising services are displayed, Google may use cookies to serve ads based on your visits to this and other sites. You can learn more about Google’s practices and opt out via the Google Advertising Privacy & Terms page.
We review our providers carefully to ensure they maintain adequate security and confidentiality. We do not authorize them to use your data for any purpose beyond the services they provide to us.
Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy or as required by law. Retention periods vary depending on the type of data and legal obligations.
Log data is typically retained for a limited period, after which it is anonymized or deleted. Correspondence via our contact form is kept only as long as needed to address your inquiry and for reasonable record-keeping.
Your Choices and Rights
You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data. You may also object to or restrict certain processing. To exercise these rights, contact us at editor@uxaju.com. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect site functionality. Where we rely on consent for processing (e.g., non-essential cookies), you may withdraw consent at any time.
We will respond to your request without undue delay and in accordance with applicable law. If you are in a jurisdiction that provides additional rights, such as data portability, we will honor those where feasible.
Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate parental consent. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can take appropriate steps.
Our catalogue includes works that may be of interest to younger readers, such as Among the gnomes — Reading Notes or Henry goes prehistoric — A Reader’s Guide, but we do not target children or solicit their data.
International Visitors
This site is hosted in the United States and is intended for a global audience. By using the site, you acknowledge that your data may be transferred to and processed in countries with different data protection laws. We take reasonable steps to protect your data in accordance with applicable law.
We rely on standard contractual clauses or other lawful mechanisms for international transfers where required. If you are in the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, or other regions with comprehensive data protection laws, your data may be transferred to the United States, which may not provide the same level of protection. We encourage you to contact us if you have concerns about cross-border data transfers.
Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against accidental or unlawful destruction, loss, alteration, unauthorized disclosure, or access. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure.
Our security practices include encryption where appropriate, access controls, and regular monitoring. We also require our third-party providers to maintain comparable safeguards.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be posted on this page. Your continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically. If we make significant changes, we may notify you through the site or by other means.