Information We Collect
When you visit Classic Mystery Library, our server automatically records routine technical information: your IP address, browser type and version, device type, operating system, the referring page, and the date and time of each request. This data is used to maintain the stability and security of the catalogue and to understand general usage patterns.
If you choose to contact us via the editorial email address ([email protected]), we will receive the content of your message and your email address. We keep such correspondence only as long as reasonably necessary to respond and to improve the catalogue.
We may also store small pieces of information on your device — commonly called cookies — to remember your site preferences (such as text size or display options) and to enable certain features where you have chosen to activate them.
Analytics and Advertising
We may use analytics services, where enabled, to collect aggregated information about how visitors interact with the catalogue. These services may place their own cookies or similar technologies on your device. The data collected includes pages visited, time spent, and navigation patterns, but not your name or direct contact details.
Where advertising is displayed on the catalogue, third-party advertising companies may serve ads and collect information about your visits to this and other websites. They may use cookies and web beacons to measure ad performance and to show you advertisements that may be of interest to you. This policy does not govern the practices of those third parties.
If Google advertising services are displayed on this site, Google may use cookies and other identifiers to serve ads based on your prior visits to ediep.com and other websites. You can learn about Google’s practices and opt out of certain ad features by visiting the Google Advertising & Privacy page.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To operate, maintain, and improve the catalogue;
- To monitor and analyse usage trends and technical performance;
- To respond to your inquiries and communications;
- To remember your preferences so you do not have to set them each time;
- To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their own marketing purposes. We may share aggregated, non-personally identifiable data with service providers who assist us in operating the site, subject to confidentiality agreements.
Third-Party Service Providers
We may engage limited third-party service providers (such as hosting, analytics, or advertising partners) who have access to your information only as necessary to perform their functions. They are contractually obliged to protect your data and not to use it for other purposes.
Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect the information we hold against accidental loss, unauthorised access, alteration, or disclosure. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, however, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable law. Server logs and analytics data are typically kept for a limited period and then anonymised or deleted.
Your Choices and Rights
You have the right to:
- Request access to the personal data we hold about you;
- Request correction or deletion of that data;
- Object to or restrict our processing of your data;
- Withdraw any consent you have given at any time.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable law.
You may also control cookies and similar technologies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies, and to indicate your preferences regarding tracking. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the catalogue.
Where advertising is enabled, you can opt out of interest-based advertising through industry tools such as the Digital Advertising Alliance’s consumer choice page or the Network Advertising Initiative’s opt-out page.
Children’s Privacy
Classic Mystery Library is not directed to children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe that a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so that we can delete it.
External Links
The catalogue 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 Access
The catalogue is operated from Australia. If you access it from outside Australia, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in Australia where our servers are located. By using the catalogue, you consent to this transfer.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
If you have questions about this policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact the editor at [email protected].