Information We Collect
When you visit Classic Mystery Library, our servers automatically record routine log data: your IP address, browser type and version, operating system, referring pages, and the date and time of each request. This information is used to maintain and improve the site, diagnose technical issues, and protect against abuse.
If you choose to send us a message via the contact address (editor@edaoy.com), we receive the content of your message and the email address you provide. We use that information solely to respond to your inquiry and do not add it to any marketing list.
We may store certain preferences on your device (such as text-size or display choices) so that your experience remains consistent across visits.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
Like many websites, we use cookies and similar technologies (such as local storage) for essential functions—for example, to remember your preference for a particular edition view. Where enabled, we also use cookies for analytics and, if displayed, for advertising.
Analytics
We may use a third-party analytics service (such as Google Analytics) to collect aggregated data about how visitors use the catalogue: which pages are viewed most often, how long visits last, and what regions visitors come from. These tools typically set their own cookies. The information generated is used to improve the site and understand reader interests. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on (note: this link is provided for convenience; we do not control the add-on).
Advertising
Where advertising is displayed on the site, we may use Google AdSense or a similar advertising service. These services use cookies and web beacons to serve ads based on your prior visits to this site or other websites. Google’s use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to you based on your visit to our site and/or other sites on the internet. You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google’s Ads Settings. Alternatively, you can opt out of a third-party vendor’s use of cookies for personalized advertising by visiting aboutads.info.
Web Beacons
Pages or emails may contain small graphic images (web beacons) that help us understand whether content has been viewed or opened. These are used for analytics and, where applicable, to measure ad performance.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To operate, maintain, and improve the Classic Mystery Library catalogue.
- To respond to your inquiries and provide support.
- To analyze usage patterns and trends.
- To display relevant advertising where enabled.
- To detect and prevent fraud or abuse.
Third-Party Service Providers
We may share your information with limited third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as hosting, analytics, and advertising. These providers are contractually bound to use your information only as necessary to provide the services and to maintain confidentiality.
Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain server logs and analytics data for a period sufficient to analyze trends and address technical issues. Email correspondence is retained only as long as needed to resolve your inquiry. Preferences and cookie data are retained according to the cookie’s expiration period or until you clear them.
Your Choices
You have several choices regarding the collection and use of your information:
- Browser controls: Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies. Please refer to your browser’s help documentation for instructions.
- Opt-out of analytics: You may use the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on mentioned above.
- Opt-out of personalized advertising: Follow the links provided in the Advertising section above.
- Contact us: If you have questions about your data, you may write to editor@edaoy.com. We will respond to reasonable requests.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights under applicable privacy laws, such as the right to access, correct, delete, or port your personal data, or to restrict or object to processing. We will honor such requests to the extent required by law. To exercise these rights, please contact us at editor@edaoy.com.
Children’s Privacy
Classic Mystery Library is not directed to children, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe 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
This site is operated from the United States. If you access the site from outside the U.S., your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the U.S. or other countries where our service providers operate. By using the site, you consent to such transfer, storage, and processing.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page. Your continued use of the site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at editor@edaoy.com.