Introduction
This page explains how the Public Domain Literature Library uses cookies, local storage, and similar technologies when you visit our catalogue. We believe in clear, honest explanations so you can make informed choices about your browsing experience.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by a website. They help the site remember information about your visit, such as your preferences or settings. Other technologies, such as local storage and session storage, perform similar functions. Where we refer to “cookies” in this policy, we mean any such technology that stores or accesses information on your device.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the catalogue to function. They enable core features such as page navigation, secure access, and basic site operations. Because they are essential, they do not require your consent. They are typically first-party cookies (set by us) and may be session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (remaining for a short period to remember your session).
Preference Cookies
These cookies remember choices you make, such as your preferred text size, language, or display settings. They enhance your experience by tailoring the site to your personal preferences. Where enabled, we may use local storage to save your reading progress or recent searches. You may withdraw your consent for these cookies at any time, but some personalised features may not work as intended.
Analytics Cookies
If you have consented, we may use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our catalogue. This helps us improve the site, for example by identifying which works are most popular or which pages need better navigation. The data collected is aggregated and anonymised. You may opt out of analytics cookies at any time.
Advertising Cookies
Where advertisements are displayed on our site, we may use advertising cookies (including those from Google advertising services) to measure the effectiveness of ads and to show you relevant content. These cookies may be first-party or third-party and may track your browsing across different websites. We only use such cookies if you have given your explicit consent. You may withdraw your consent at any time.
First-Party and Third-Party Cookies
First-party cookies are set by our domain (qiuiq.com). Third-party cookies are set by other domains, such as analytics providers or advertising partners. For example, if Google advertising technologies are used, Google may place its own cookies on your device. We do not control these third-party cookies, and you should review the relevant third-party’s privacy policy for more information.
Session and Persistent Cookies
Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them manually. The exact duration varies by cookie and is determined by its purpose. 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 to store data on your device, such as your reading preferences or recently viewed books. Local storage is similar to persistent cookies but can hold more data. Where local storage is used, it is subject to the same consent choices as preference cookies.
Your Consent Choices
When you first visit our catalogue, you will see a cookie consent notice. You can choose to accept all cookies, reject all non-essential cookies, or customise your preferences. You may change your choices at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in the footer of our site.
Withdrawal of Consent
If you have given consent for non-essential cookies (preferences, analytics, or advertising), you may withdraw that consent at any time through your browser settings or our cookie settings tool. Withdrawal will not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.
Browser Controls
Most browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can block or delete cookies entirely, or set your browser to alert you when a cookie is placed. Please note that disabling essential cookies may prevent the catalogue from functioning correctly. For more information, consult your browser’s help section.
Practical Effects of Disabling Storage
If you disable cookies or local storage, you may still browse the catalogue, but some features may be unavailable. For example, you may need to re-enter your preferences each time you visit, and personalised recommendations or saved reading progress may not work. Essential cookies cannot be disabled without affecting site functionality.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and where appropriate, we will notify you through the cookie consent notice.