Information We Collect
When you visit the Classic Science Fiction Archive, our servers automatically record standard log entries. These include your IP address, browser type and version, operating system, referring page, and the date and time of each request. This information is used to maintain the service, diagnose technical issues, and understand broad usage patterns.
If you choose to contact us via the provided email address, we receive your message and any personal information you voluntarily include. We use that information solely to respond to your inquiry and do not add it to any marketing list.
The site does not require registration, and we do not knowingly collect personal information beyond what is described here.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
The site may place small data files known as cookies on your device. These are used for essential functions such as remembering your preferences (for example, text size or display mode) and for analytics where enabled. Some cookies are session-based and are deleted when you close your browser; others persist for a limited period to recognise returning visitors.
If advertising is displayed on the site, third-party advertising networks may place their own cookies or web beacons to serve relevant advertisements and to measure their performance. These technologies are governed by the privacy policies of the respective third parties, not by this policy.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the site.
Analytics
Where enabled, the site uses a privacy-respecting analytics service to collect aggregated, non-personal data about page views, traffic sources, and user behaviour. This service does not share your data with other parties and does not track you across unrelated sites.
Advertising
If advertising appears on the site, it may be provided by Google AdSense or other advertising services. These services may use cookies and web beacons to serve ads based on your visits to this and other websites. Google’s use of advertising cookies is described in Google’s Privacy & Terms. You may opt out of personalised advertising by visiting Google’s Ads Settings.
We do not control the data collected by advertising partners, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies for full details.
How We Use Information
We use the information collected to operate the site, improve its content and functionality, analyse trends, and, where applicable, deliver relevant advertising. We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share aggregated, anonymised data with service providers who assist us in operating the site, under confidentiality agreements.
Data Retention
We retain server logs and analytics data for a period necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this policy, after which they are securely deleted or anonymised. Messages sent to us are retained only as long as needed to address your request and for legitimate archival purposes.
Your Choices and Rights
You have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of any personal data we hold about you. To exercise these rights, please contact us at the email address provided. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.
You may set your browser to refuse cookies, or to alert you when cookies are being sent. You can also use browser settings to disable or delete cookies already stored on your device. For analytics and advertising cookies, you may opt out through industry tools such as the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page.
Depending on your location, you may have additional rights under applicable data protection laws, including the right to data portability and the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.
Children’s Privacy
This site is not directed at children, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal data, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
Third-Party 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 the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
International Visitors
The site is hosted in the United States and is intended for a global audience. If you access the site from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate. By using the site, you consent to such transfer.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be noted on this page. Your continued use of the site after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact
If you have questions about this policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact the Collection Editor at editor@ukovu.com.