What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your actions and preferences over time. This policy explains how we use cookies and similar storage technologies (such as local storage) on our independent ebook catalogue.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the basic operation of our site. They enable core functions such as page navigation, secure access to your reading lists, and remembering your session as you move between catalogue pages. Without these cookies, the site cannot function properly. Essential cookies are first-party cookies set by us and are typically session cookies that expire when you close your browser.
Preference Cookies
Preference cookies allow us to remember choices you make, such as your preferred text display size, reading mode (e.g., light or dark background), or the language you have selected. These cookies may be persistent and remain on your device for a short period to maintain your settings across visits.
Analytics Cookies
Where enabled, we use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our catalogue. These cookies collect anonymised information about pages visited, time spent on the site, and any error messages encountered. This data helps us improve the browsing experience and identify which public-domain titles are most popular. Analytics cookies may be set by third-party services, but we do not permit them to collect personal data such as your name or email address.
Advertising Cookies
If advertisements are displayed on certain pages, advertising cookies may be used to make those ads more relevant to you. These cookies track your browsing across websites and build a profile of your interests. We conditionally use Google advertising technologies where ads are shown. You may see ads based on your previous visits to our site or other sites in the Google Display Network. Advertising cookies are typically persistent and third-party.
First-Party and Third-Party Cookies
First-party cookies are set by our domain (faeef.com) and are used only by us. Third-party cookies are set by domains other than ours, such as analytics providers or advertising partners. We do not control these third-party cookies and recommend reviewing their privacy policies for more information.
Session and Persistent Cookies
Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you manually delete them. The exact duration varies per cookie but is always necessary for the stated purpose.
Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we may use local storage to store certain data on your device, such as reading progress or recently viewed titles. Local storage does not expire automatically and can be cleared through your browser settings.
Your Consent Choices
When you first visit our site, a banner informs you about our use of cookies. For non-essential cookies (preferences, analytics, advertising), we request your consent before placing them. You can accept all, reject all, or customise your preferences. Your choice is stored in a cookie so that we remember it on subsequent visits.
Withdrawal of Consent
You may withdraw your consent for non-essential cookies at any time by adjusting your preferences via the cookie settings link available in the footer of every page. Withdrawal does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.
Browser Controls
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can block or delete cookies, and you can set your browser to alert you when a cookie is being placed. However, please note that disabling essential cookies may impair the functionality of our site, such as the ability to log in or maintain your reading lists. Instructions for managing cookies are typically found in your browser’s help section.
Practical Effects of Disabling Storage
If you disable all cookies or local storage, you may still browse our public-domain catalogue, but certain features will not work. For example, you will not be able to save your favourite titles, track your reading progress, or see personalised recommendations. The site will continue to display ebook listings and reading guides, but your experience will be less tailored.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review it periodically.
Contact
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact the catalogue project at editor@faeef.com.