What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by a website. They allow the site to remember your actions and preferences over time. Most browsers support cookies, and you can control their use through your browser settings. Cookies are widely used across the internet to make sites work more efficiently and to provide information to the site owners.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies (such as local storage) for the following purposes:
- Essential operation. Some cookies are necessary for the catalogue to function. They enable core features such as session management, security, and basic navigation. These cookies do not require your consent. Without them, the site may not operate correctly.
- Preferences. Where enabled, we may store your chosen display settings (for example, text size or reading mode) so that your preferences persist across visits. These are first-party cookies. This helps us provide a consistent and personalized experience.
- Analytics. If analytics are active, we use a first-party analytics service to collect anonymous usage data—such as which pages are visited and how users interact with the site. This helps us understand which texts and reading notes are of interest, such as those for 'The Seeder' or 'Mindsnake'. No personal data is collected, and the data is not shared with third parties. The analytics are used solely to improve the catalogue and reader experience.
- Advertising. Where advertisements are displayed, we may use Google advertising technologies (including Google AdSense) that place cookies on your device. These cookies enable Google to serve ads based on your visits to this and other sites. You can learn more about Google’s use of cookies at their Privacy & Terms site. Advertising helps support the ongoing maintenance and curation of the catalogue.
Types of Cookies We Use
Cookies on this site may be:
- First-party cookies set by us directly. These are used for essential functions and preferences.
- Third-party cookies set by services we use, such as Google. These are subject to the respective third party’s privacy policies. We have no direct control over these cookies.
- Session cookies that expire when you close your browser. These are typically used for temporary information like session IDs.
- Persistent cookies that remain on your device for a set period (which varies by cookie) or until you delete them. These are used for preferences and analytics.
We do not invent fixed durations; actual expiration times are determined by the cookie itself and your browser settings. You can view the expiration dates of cookies stored by your browser.
Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we may use local storage (a browser feature) to remember certain information, such as your reading progress or interface preferences. Local storage is not automatically cleared when you close your browser and can be managed through your browser’s storage settings. This technology is similar to cookies but can store larger amounts of data.
Your Choices and Consent
When you first visit the site, you may see a notice about cookies. For non-essential cookies (analytics and advertising), we ask for your consent before placing them. You can accept or decline these cookies. If you decline, only essential cookies will be used. This ensures that your privacy preferences are respected.
You can withdraw your consent at any time by clearing cookies and local storage through your browser settings. After doing so, the consent notice will reappear on your next visit. You may also adjust your cookie preferences using the consent management tool if available.
How to Control and Delete Cookies
Most browsers allow you to view, block, or delete cookies. The method varies by browser; you can usually find these options in the Settings or Preferences menu. For example, you can set your browser to block all cookies or to notify you when a cookie is set. Blocking all cookies may affect the functionality of this and other websites—for example, you may need to log in again or lose saved preferences. We recommend consulting your browser's help documentation for detailed instructions.
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 site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact the catalogue project at the email address provided on the site. We are happy to clarify how cookies are used in relation to your reading experience.