Information We Collect
When you visit the Classic Science Fiction Archive, our servers automatically record routine log data. This may include your IP address, browser type and version, operating system, referring pages, the date and time of your visit, and which pages you view. We do not link this information to any personal identifier unless you voluntarily contact us.
If you send a message to the catalogue project address, we receive and store the content of your message and the email address you use. We use this information solely to respond to your inquiry and do not add it to any marketing list.
We may store certain preferences you choose (such as text size or display options) on your device as site preferences; these are not transmitted to us unless you explicitly send them.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience and understand how the catalogue is used. A cookie is a small text file stored on your device. We use:
- Strictly necessary cookies — required for basic site functions, such as remembering your session or preference settings.
- Analytics cookies — where enabled, these help us count visits and see which pages are most popular. We use a privacy-respecting analytics service that does not share data with third parties.
- Advertising cookies — if you see advertisements on the site (for example, through Google AdSense), those services may place their own cookies on your device. These are third-party cookies subject to the privacy policies of those providers.
We also use web beacons (tiny invisible images) in some pages to help measure performance and content engagement. These do not collect personal information beyond what is described here.
Advertising and Google Services
Where advertisements are displayed, we may use Google AdSense or other Google advertising services. Google uses cookies and web beacons to serve ads based on your visits to this site and other websites. You can learn how Google uses data from these services at policies.google.com/technologies/ads. You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google’s Ads Settings page.
Purposes of Processing
We process the information described above for the following purposes:
- To operate and maintain the catalogue, diagnose technical issues, and prevent abuse.
- To understand aggregate usage patterns and improve the site’s content and structure.
- To respond to your voluntary messages.
- To display relevant advertising (if enabled) and measure its effectiveness.
Service Providers
We may engage limited third-party service providers (such as hosting, analytics, or advertising platforms) who have access to some of the data described above. They are contractually bound to use that data only for the services they provide to us and to protect it appropriately.
Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect the information we hold against accidental loss, unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no internet transmission or storage system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain server logs and analytics data for a period necessary to fulfill the purposes described above, after which they are deleted or anonymized. Messages and correspondence are kept only as long as needed to address your request or as required by applicable law.
Your Choices and Rights
You have the following options regarding your data:
- Browser controls — You can set your browser to refuse cookies, delete existing cookies, or alert you when cookies are placed. Note that some site features may not function properly without cookies.
- Consent controls — Where analytics or advertising cookies are used, you may be presented with a consent banner allowing you to accept or reject those categories.
- Access, correction, deletion — Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to request access to, correction of, or deletion of personal data we hold about you. To make such a request, please contact the catalogue project provided on the site. We will respond within the timeframes required by law.
- Objection and restriction — You may object to processing of your data for direct marketing or other purposes where applicable.
Children’s Privacy
This catalogue is not directed at children, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so that we can delete it.
External Links
The site 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
This catalogue is accessible from many countries. By using the site, you acknowledge that your data may be processed in Canada or other jurisdictions where our service providers operate. We take steps to ensure that data is handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page. We encourage you to review it periodically.
Contact
If you have questions about this policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact the catalogue project at editor@agmak.com.