Information We Collect
When you visit the Historical Zoology Library, our servers automatically record routine log data: your IP address, browser type, operating system, the pages you request, and the date and time of each request. This information helps us understand how the catalogue is used and maintain reliable service.
If you choose to contact us via the email address provided on the site, we receive the contents of your message and the email address you send from. We use this only to respond to your inquiry and do not add it to any marketing list.
The site may store a small preference file (a cookie) on your device to remember your display choices, such as text size or reading mode, if you have selected any. This cookie does not track you across other websites.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies for essential site functions, such as maintaining your session and remembering your preferences. Where enabled, we may also use analytics services (such as Google Analytics) that set their own cookies to collect anonymised information about how visitors interact with the site, including which pages are visited most often and how users navigate between pages. These services help us improve the catalogue.
If advertising is displayed on the site, third-party advertising networks may place cookies and web beacons to deliver relevant advertisements and measure their performance. These technologies may collect information about your visits to this and other websites to provide interest-based advertising. You can opt out of such advertising through the ad settings provided by the network or through your browser controls.
We do not have access to or control over cookies placed by third-party services. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings, including blocking or deleting cookies. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the site.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To operate, maintain, and improve the Historical Zoology Library and its features.
- To understand how readers use the catalogue and to develop new content and features.
- To communicate with you if you have contacted us.
- To detect, prevent, and address technical issues or misuse.
We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share aggregated, non-personally identifying information publicly or with partners, such as to report on usage trends.
Service Providers
We may engage third-party companies or individuals to facilitate the site, provide analytics, or host the catalogue. These service providers have access to your information only to perform these tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.
Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain log data and other information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. When we no longer need the information, we will delete or anonymise it.
Your Choices and Rights
You have the right to:
- Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction or deletion of your personal data.
- Object to or restrict processing of your personal data.
- Withdraw any consent you have provided, without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the email address provided on the site. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or delete them. You can also opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.
Children's Privacy
The Historical Zoology Library is not directed at children, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal data, we will take steps to delete such information. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us.
Third-Party Links
The catalogue may contain links to external websites that are not operated by us. We have no control over the content or privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.
International Visitors
The Historical Zoology Library is hosted in the United States. If you access the site from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States. 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. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page. You are advised to review this policy periodically for any changes.
Contact
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at the email address listed on the site.