Information We Collect
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Cookies and Similar Technologies
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Purposes of Processing
We process the information described above for the following purposes:
- To operate, maintain, and improve the catalogue and its features.
- To protect the security and integrity of the site and its users.
- To understand how readers use the catalogue, including which categories—such as Young Readers Enchanted Adventures or Battles and Military History—are most engaging.
- To communicate with you if you have contacted us.
- Where advertising is enabled, to facilitate the delivery of relevant advertisements and to measure their effectiveness.
Service Providers
We may engage limited third-party service providers (for example, hosting, analytics, or content delivery) who have access to personal information only as necessary to perform their functions. They are contractually bound to handle such information confidentially and securely, and they are not permitted to use it for any other purpose.
Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect the information we collect against accidental or unlawful destruction, loss, alteration, unauthorized disclosure, or access. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain log data and analytics information for as long as is necessary for the purposes described above, after which it is deleted or anonymized. Correspondence records are retained only as long as needed to address your inquiry and for legitimate editorial follow-up. Retention periods are determined by operational need and legal obligations, and are not fixed to a specific duration.
Your Choices and Rights
You have the right to:
- Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
- Request correction or deletion of that information.
- Object to or restrict certain processing activities.
- Withdraw any consent you have given (where processing is based on consent).
- Lodge a complaint with a relevant data protection authority.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at the editorial email address provided on the site. We will respond to your request in accordance with applicable law.
You can also control cookies and tracking technologies through your browser or device settings. Many analytics providers offer opt-out mechanisms; where such tools are available, we will provide links in our cookie notice.
Children's Privacy
This catalogue is intended for a general audience. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate parental or guardian consent. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal information without such consent, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.
External Links
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International Access
Public Domain Literature Library is accessible from many countries. If you access the site from outside Australia, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in Australia or other jurisdictions where our service providers operate. By using the catalogue, you consent to such transfer, storage, and processing. We will take appropriate safeguards to ensure that your information remains protected in accordance with this policy.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the date at the top of the policy and may notify you by posting a notice on the site. Your continued use of the catalogue after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected].