What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences, understand how you use the site, and, where enabled, deliver relevant content. This policy explains the types of cookies and similar storage technologies used on the Public Domain Literature Library (cuiep.com) and how you can control them.
Essential Cookies
Some cookies are necessary for the basic operation of the catalogue. These include cookies that remember your session while you browse, maintain your login status if you have created an account, and enable secure access. Without these cookies, certain features—such as saving your reading notes or accessing your library—would not function. Essential cookies are set by us and are not used for tracking.
Preference Cookies
Preference cookies allow the site to remember choices you make, such as your preferred text size, display theme, or language. These cookies improve your experience by tailoring the interface to your selections. They are first-party cookies and are not shared with third parties.
Analytics Cookies
Where analytics are enabled, we use cookies to collect anonymous information about how visitors interact with the catalogue. This includes which pages are visited most often, how users navigate the site, and whether any errors occur. The data is aggregated and does not identify you personally. We use this information to improve the site’s performance and content. Analytics cookies may be set by us or by a third-party service provider, such as Google Analytics, where that service is active.
Advertising Cookies
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Session and Persistent Cookies
Cookies may be session cookies, which are deleted when you close your browser, or persistent cookies, which remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. The duration of persistent cookies varies and is determined by their purpose. For example, a preference cookie may last for a few months, while an analytics cookie may have a shorter lifespan. We do not specify fixed durations here because they may change as we update our services.
Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we may use local storage (sometimes called HTML5 storage) to store data on your device. Local storage is similar to cookies but can hold larger amounts of information. We use local storage to save your reading progress, bookmarks, and other preferences that enhance your experience. Local storage is not automatically sent to our servers and is only accessed by us when you interact with the catalogue.
Consent and Withdrawal
When you first visit the catalogue, you will be asked to consent to non-essential cookies. You can accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customise your preferences. If you later change your mind, you can withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your cookie settings through the link provided in the site footer or via your browser’s privacy controls. Withdrawing consent will not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.
Browser Controls
Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can typically block or delete cookies, or set your browser to alert you when a cookie is placed. However, if you disable essential cookies, some features of the catalogue may not work correctly. For example, you may not be able to log in or save your preferences. Instructions for managing cookies are usually found in your browser’s help section. Disabling analytics or advertising cookies will not affect the core functionality of the site.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our practices. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review it periodically.
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact our editor at [email protected].