Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Art & Architecture Library (orosc.com) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our catalogue. We believe in straightforward, transparent communication about the tools that help the site work.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser. They allow the site to remember your actions or preferences over time. Most browsers support cookies, and you can control them through your browser settings.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential (Strictly Necessary) Cookies
These cookies are required for the site to function. They enable core features such as secure browsing, navigation, and access to the catalogue. Without these cookies, some parts of the site may not work. They are set in response to actions you take, such as setting privacy preferences or logging in (where available).
Preference Cookies
Preference cookies allow the site to remember choices you make (such as your preferred language or region) and provide enhanced, more personal features. These may be set by us or by third-party services we have added to our pages.
Analytics Cookies
Where enabled, analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the site by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use this data to improve our catalogue’s usability and content. These cookies may be set by us or by third-party analytics providers.
Advertising Cookies
If advertising is displayed on the site, advertising cookies may be set by us or by third-party advertising networks (including Google advertising services) to show you relevant ads based on your interests. They also help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. These cookies may track your visit across different websites.
First-Party and Third-Party Cookies
First-party cookies are set by Art & Architecture Library. Third-party cookies are set by domains other than orosc.com. For example, if we embed content from a video platform or use an analytics tool, that provider may set its own cookies. We do not control the placement of third-party cookies; you should check the privacy policies of those third parties 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 duration varies by cookie purpose; for example, a preference cookie may last a few months, while an analytics cookie may last a shorter period. We do not specify exact durations because they may change.
Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we may use local storage (such as HTML5 localStorage) to store data on your device for similar purposes. This technology is used where cookies are not ideal, for example, to remember interface preferences or to cache content for performance.
Consent and Your Choices
When you first visit the site, we may display a notice asking for your consent to set non-essential cookies (analytics and advertising). You can accept or decline. If you decline, only essential cookies will be set. You can change your cookie preferences at any time through the cookie consent tool available on the site (where provided).
Withdrawal of Consent
If you previously consented to non-essential cookies, you can withdraw that consent by adjusting your preferences via the cookie consent tool or by clearing cookies through your browser. Withdrawal will not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.
Browser Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these settings in the “Options” or “Preferences” menu of your browser. You may choose to block all cookies, delete existing cookies, or set preferences for certain websites. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of this site and others.
Practical Effects of Disabling Cookies
If you disable cookies entirely, essential functions may not work. You may be unable to access certain parts of the catalogue, or the site may not remember your preferences (such as language). Analytics and advertising features will not function, but the core reading experience should remain available.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology or regulation. Any changes will be posted on this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact
If you have questions about our use of cookies, you can contact the catalogue project@orosc.com.