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, and the date and time of each request. We also collect information about your device and browsing activity, such as pages viewed and features used, through standard web technologies.
If you choose to send us a message via the contact form or email, we receive the content of your message and any contact details you provide, such as your name and email address. We also store any preferences you set on the site, for example, text size or display options.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience, understand how the site is used, and, where enabled, support analytics and advertising. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. You can control cookies through your browser settings.
Essential Cookies
Some cookies are necessary for the site to function, such as those that remember your session or preferences. These do not require your consent.
Analytics Cookies
Where enabled, we use analytics services (such as Google Analytics) to collect aggregated data about site usage. These services set cookies to track page visits, time on site, and other metrics. The information generated is transmitted to and stored by the analytics provider. We use this data to improve our content and user experience.
Advertising Cookies
If advertising is displayed on the site, third-party advertisers (including Google) may use cookies to serve ads based on your visits to this and other websites. This is known as interest-based advertising. You may see ads for products or services relevant to your browsing history. Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visit to our site and other sites on the internet. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google's Ads Settings.
Web Beacons
We may include web beacons (also known as pixel tags) in emails or on the site to track open rates and page views. These are tiny transparent images that communicate information back to us or our service providers.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To operate, maintain, and improve the Modern History Library
- To personalize your experience and remember your preferences
- To respond to your inquiries and communicate with you
- To analyze usage trends and gather demographic information
- To display relevant advertising, where enabled
- To detect, prevent, and address technical issues or abuse
Third-Party Services
We use third-party service providers to help us operate the site, such as hosting, analytics, and advertising platforms. These providers have access to your information only to perform specific tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for other purposes. Where advertising is enabled, third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law. Log data is typically retained for a limited period before being anonymized or deleted.
Your Choices and Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: You can request a copy of the data we hold about you.
- Correction: You can ask us to correct inaccurate data.
- Deletion: You can request that we delete your data, subject to legal obligations.
- Objection: You can object to processing based on legitimate interests.
- Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a structured format.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at editor@aqowa.com. We will respond within the timeframe required by applicable law.
Browser Controls
You can set your browser to refuse all or some cookies, or to alert you when cookies are being sent. If you disable cookies, some parts of the site may not function properly. You can also opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.
Consent Controls
Where required by law, we will ask for your consent before setting non-essential cookies. You can withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your cookie preferences.
Children's Privacy
Our site is not directed to children, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us so we can delete it.
External Links
The Modern History Library may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
International Access
Our site is accessible from many countries. If you access the site from outside Ireland, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in Ireland or other countries where our service providers operate. By using the site, you consent to such transfer, storage, and processing.
Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
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. Your continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at editor@aqowa.com.