What This Policy Covers
This privacy policy describes how the Public Domain Literature Library (accessible at boqiq.com) handles information when you browse or interact with the catalogue. It applies to the site operated by BOQIQ Catalogue, the catalogue project collection, voluntary communications, and the use of cookies and similar technologies where enabled.
Information We Collect
Routine Server Logs
When you visit the catalogue, our servers automatically record standard log entries. These may include your IP address, the type and version of browser and operating system you use, the pages you view, the date and time of your visit, the website that referred you, and similar technical details. We use this information to maintain the security and stability of the site, to diagnose technical problems, and to understand general usage patterns.
Voluntary Communications
If you send a message to BOQIQ Catalogue (for example, via the contact email [email protected]), we will receive your email address and any other personal information you choose to include. We use this only to respond to your inquiry and will not add your address to any marketing list.
Site Preferences
We may store small pieces of information on your device to remember your preferences, such as which edition view you selected or whether you dismissed a notice. This is stored locally and is not shared.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
The catalogue may use cookies and similar technologies (such as local storage) for the purposes described below. Where these technologies are not strictly necessary for the functioning of the site, we will ask for your consent before placing them.
Essential Cookies
We use essential cookies to enable core site functions, such as maintaining your session while you browse. These do not require your prior consent.
Analytics (Where Enabled)
If analytics are enabled on the site, we may use a service (such as a privacy-focused analytics provider) to collect aggregated, anonymised data about page visits, browser types, and geographic regions. This helps us understand which sections of the catalogue are most popular and improve the reading experience. Analytics providers may set their own cookies. You can opt out of analytics cookies through the consent controls on the site.
Advertising (Where Displayed)
If advertising is displayed on the catalogue, third-party advertising networks (including Google and its partners) may serve ads based on your visits to this and other websites. These networks may use cookies and web beacons to collect information about your browsing activity in order to provide interest-based advertising. You can manage your preferences for Google advertising through the Google Ads Settings page, or opt out of third-party cookies used for interest-based advertising through the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page. Please note that these external sites are not governed by this policy.
Purposes of Processing
We process personal information for the following purposes:
- To operate and maintain the catalogue, including troubleshooting and security monitoring.
- To communicate with you if you contact us.
- To analyse aggregate usage trends and improve the site.
- To serve relevant advertising, where enabled, in order to support the catalogue.
- To comply with legal obligations and enforce our policies.
Service Provider Access
We may share your information with limited third-party service providers who help us operate the site (for example, hosting providers, analytics services, and advertising networks). These providers are contractually bound to use the information only for the purposes we specify and to protect it with appropriate security measures. We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
Data Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect the information we collect against accidental or unlawful destruction, loss, alteration, unauthorised disclosure, or access. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. Server logs are retained for a limited period and then deleted or anonymised. Communications are retained for the duration of the correspondence and a reasonable period afterward for record-keeping.
Your Choices and Rights
Browser Controls
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can block or delete cookies, but doing so may affect the functionality of the catalogue. You can also configure your browser to send a Do Not Track signal; we do not currently respond to such signals, but you may still use the consent controls described below.
Consent Controls
Where analytics or advertising cookies are used, you will be presented with a consent banner on your first visit. You can accept or decline non-essential cookies at that time, and you can change your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie preferences link (usually found in the footer of the site).
Access, Correction, and Deletion
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you, to ask that it be corrected or deleted, or to object to or restrict its processing. To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond to your request in accordance with applicable law.
International Transfers
The catalogue is operated from Australia. If you access the site from outside Australia, your information may be transferred to and processed in Australia or other countries where our service providers operate. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country. By using the site, you consent to such transfers.
Children's Privacy
The catalogue is not directed to children, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently received such information, we will delete it promptly. We encourage parents and guardians to supervise children's online activities.
External Links
The catalogue may contain links to external websites that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the date at the top of the policy and may notify you by posting a notice on the site. Your continued use of the catalogue after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at [email protected].