Our Use of Cookies and Similar Technologies
Public Domain Literature Library (emawe.com) uses cookies, local storage and similar technologies to provide and improve the reading experience. This policy explains what these technologies are, how we use them and the choices you have.
What Are Cookies?
A cookie is a small text file stored on your device by your web browser. Cookies may be set by the website you visit (first-party cookies) or by third-party services we incorporate (third-party cookies). Some cookies are session cookies, which expire when you close your browser; others are persistent cookies, which remain on your device for a period determined by the provider. Cookies serve a variety of purposes, from remembering your login status to enabling interactive features and gathering usage data.
How We Use Cookies
Essential Cookies
Certain cookies are strictly necessary for the basic operation of the catalogue. They enable page navigation, maintain your session, and remember your preferences during a single visit. Without these cookies, the site cannot function properly. Essential cookies do not require your prior consent, as they are essential for the service you request.
Preference Cookies
We use preference cookies to remember choices you make, such as your preferred text display settings (font size, line spacing, or theme) or the dismissal of informational notices. These cookies improve your experience but are not essential. Where we set them, we rely on your consent. You can adjust these preferences at any time.
Analytics Cookies (Where Enabled)
We may use analytics services, including Google Analytics, to collect anonymous information about how visitors use the catalogue. This helps us understand which pages are most popular, how users navigate, and whether any technical issues arise. For example, we might learn that readers frequently visit our reading companions for titles like The handsome Brandons or Jock with Mousie, allowing us to improve navigation and discoverability. Analytics cookies are set only if you have consented. The data collected is aggregated and does not personally identify you.
Advertising Cookies (Where Ads Are Displayed)
If advertising is displayed on emawe.com, we may use Google AdSense or other advertising technologies. These services may set cookies to deliver relevant advertisements, limit the number of times you see an ad, and measure ad effectiveness. Such cookies are third-party and subject to the advertiser's privacy policies. They are used only where you have given consent. We do not control the data collected by these third parties.
Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we may use local storage in your browser to store preferences or cached data. Local storage is similar to persistent cookies but can hold larger amounts of data. For instance, we might store your reading progress on a long work such as Anthology of Russian literature from the earliest period to the present time, volume 1 (of 2) so you can resume where you left off. Local storage is used only for purposes consistent with this policy.
Your Choices and Consent
When you first visit emawe.com, you will be presented with a cookie consent notice. You may choose to accept all optional cookies, reject all non-essential cookies, or customise your preferences. Your choice will be remembered for a reasonable period. You can change your preferences at any time by adjusting the settings in your browser or by using the cookie preference tool on our site, if available. We recommend reviewing your settings periodically, as new features may introduce additional optional cookies.
Withdrawing Consent
If you have previously consented to optional cookies, you may withdraw that consent at any time. Withdrawal does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal. To withdraw consent, you can clear cookies via your browser settings or revisit the consent tool on our site. Please note that withdrawing consent for analytics cookies may affect our ability to improve the catalogue based on usage patterns.
Browser Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can block or delete cookies, and set preferences for specific websites. Please note that disabling essential cookies may prevent the catalogue from functioning correctly. Instructions for managing cookies are usually found in your browser's help section. For further guidance, you may consult resources such as the Information Commissioner's Office website.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page. Your continued use of the catalogue after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the updated policy. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
Contact
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact the catalogue project at editor@emawe.com. We are happy to clarify how we use cookies or assist with any concerns you may have.