Information We Receive Automatically

When you visit the Modern History Library, our server records routine log entries. These may include your IP address, the type and version of browser and operating system you use, the referring page, and the specific pages you view. We use this information to diagnose technical problems, maintain security, and understand general usage patterns. Log data is retained only as long as reasonably necessary for these purposes and is not combined with other personal identifiers except as required to investigate security incidents or violations of our terms.

Information You Voluntarily Provide

If you contact us through the provided email address, we receive the contents of your message and any contact information you choose to share. We use this solely to respond to your inquiry and do not add it to any marketing list. We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties for their own purposes.

Site Preferences and Cookies

We use cookies and similar storage technologies to remember your preferences (such as text size or display settings) and to enable basic site functionality. Where enabled, we may also use analytics services that set cookies to collect aggregated, non-identifying information about how visitors use the catalogue. These analytics help us improve the site. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or to alert you when a cookie is set. If you disable cookies, some features of the site may not work as intended.

Analytics and Advertising

If analytics are enabled, we use a third-party service (such as Google Analytics) to collect standard internet log information and details of visitor behaviour patterns. We process this data in a way that does not identify individual users. If advertising is displayed on the site, we may use Google advertising services that serve ads based on your visits to this and other websites. These services may use cookies and web beacons to collect information about your browsing activity. You can learn more about how Google uses data and how to control your ad preferences by visiting Google's privacy policy and ad settings. We do not control the cookies used by third-party advertising networks.

Third-Party Cookies and Web Beacons

Some pages may include embedded content from external services (such as videos or social media widgets). These providers may set their own cookies and web beacons. We do not have access to or control over these technologies. Your interactions with such embedded content are governed by the privacy policies of the respective providers.

Purposes of Processing

We process personal information only for the following purposes: (i) to operate and maintain the catalogue; (ii) to respond to communications from you; (iii) to improve the site based on usage patterns; (iv) to comply with legal obligations; and (v) to protect the rights and safety of users and the public.

Service Provider Access

We may engage limited third-party service providers (such as hosting or analytics companies) who have access to personal information only as necessary to perform their functions. They are contractually bound to maintain confidentiality and are prohibited from using the data for any other purpose.

Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal information against accidental or unlawful destruction, loss, alteration, unauthorised disclosure, or access. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this policy or as required by law. Specific retention periods depend on the nature of the data and the context of its collection. When data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymised.

Your Choices and Rights

You have the right to: (i) request access to the personal information we hold about you; (ii) request correction or deletion of that information; (iii) object to or restrict processing; and (iv) withdraw any consent you have given. To exercise these rights, please contact us at the email address provided on the site. We will respond to your request within a reasonable time. You may also set your browser to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being used. Where analytics or advertising are enabled, you can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on, and you can manage Google ad preferences through your Google account settings.

Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe that a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so that we can take appropriate steps to remove that information.

External Links

The catalogue may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

International Access

This site is operated from Australia. If you access it from outside Australia, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in Australia where our servers are located. By using the site, you consent to the transfer of your information to Australia. We take steps to ensure that any such transfer complies with applicable data protection laws.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact

If you have questions about this privacy policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact our Associate Editor at editor@oplae.com.