How We Use Cookies and Similar Technologies
This Cookie Policy explains how the Public Domain Literature Library (atkoi.com) uses cookies, web storage, and similar technologies when you visit our catalogue. We believe in clear, honest communication about the data we store on your device. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by your web browser. They help websites remember information about your visit, such as preferences or session state. We also use local storage, which serves a similar purpose but can store larger amounts of data. Both are referred to as “storage” in this policy.
Categories of Storage We Use
Essential (Strictly Necessary) Storage
These items are required for the catalogue to function. They enable core features such as keeping you logged in (if you have an account), remembering what is in your reading list during a session, and maintaining security. Without these, certain parts of the site would not work. Essential storage does not require your prior consent.
Preference Storage
We store your choices about how the catalogue looks or behaves—for example, your preferred text size, display mode, or language. This makes your experience more convenient. Where enabled, these preferences may be remembered across visits.
Analytics Storage
Where enabled, we use analytics tools (such as those provided by Google) to understand how visitors interact with the catalogue. This helps us improve navigation, identify popular works, and fix errors. Analytics storage collects aggregated data such as pages visited, time spent on the site, and referring websites. It does not identify you personally unless you are logged in and we combine it with account data, which we do only where permitted by law.
Advertising Storage
If you see advertisements on the catalogue, we may use Google advertising technologies (including Google AdSense or similar) to display relevant ads. These services may set cookies and use web storage to build a profile of your interests based on pages you visit. This allows them to show you ads that are more relevant. Advertising storage is used only where ads are displayed and with your consent where required. We do not control the specific cookies set by Google; you can manage your preferences via Google’s ad settings.
First-Party and Third-Party Storage
First-party storage is set directly by the Public Domain Literature Library. It includes essential and preference cookies.
Third-party storage is set by services we use, such as Google Analytics and Google advertising. These providers have their own privacy and cookie policies. We encourage you to review them. We do not share personal data with third parties for their own purposes without your consent.
Session and Persistent Storage
Session storage is temporary and is deleted when you close your browser.
Persistent storage remains on your device for a set period or until you delete it. The duration varies by purpose; for example, preference cookies may last for a few months, while analytics identifiers may persist longer. We do not specify exact durations because they may change based on provider updates.
Your Choices and Consent
When you first visit the catalogue, you may see a cookie consent notice. Where required by law, we ask for your consent before placing non-essential storage. You can accept all, reject non-essential, or customise your preferences. You can withdraw or change your consent at any time by adjusting your cookie settings (usually accessible via a link in the footer).
Browser Controls
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can block or delete all cookies, or configure your browser to alert you when a cookie is set. Please note that disabling essential storage may affect the functionality of the catalogue. You can also use your browser’s private or incognito mode to limit persistent storage.
Practical Effects of Disabling Storage
- Essential storage disabled: The catalogue may not load properly, you may not be able to log in, and some features may break.
- Preference storage disabled: Your settings (like text size) will reset each time you visit.
- Analytics storage disabled: We will not be able to collect data to improve the site, but your experience will not be affected.
- Advertising storage disabled: You will still see ads, but they may be less relevant to you.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page. We encourage you to review it periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact our editor at [email protected].