Information We Collect
When you visit the Art & Architecture Library, our servers automatically record routine information that your browser or device sends. This may include your IP address, browser type and language, operating system, referring and exit pages, and the date and time of your visit. We also collect information about how you interact with the catalogue, such as which pages you view and what search terms you use.
Information You Provide Voluntarily
If you choose to contact the catalogue project via the email address published on the site, we will receive any information you include in your message, such as your name and email address. We use this only to respond to your inquiry and do not add it to any marketing list.
The site may offer optional features such as saving preferences or bookmarking titles. Any preferences you set are stored locally in your browser or on our servers, depending on the feature.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies (such as web beacons) to improve your experience, analyse usage, and, where enabled, serve relevant advertising. A cookie is a small text file stored on your device. You can control cookies through your browser settings.
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the site to function, for example by remembering your session or preferences. Without them, some features may not work properly.
Analytics Cookies
Where analytics are enabled, we use a third-party service (such as Google Analytics) to collect anonymised data about how visitors use the site. This helps us understand which pages are popular and how to improve the catalogue. The service provider may set its own cookies and access your IP address, but we do not combine this data with personally identifiable information.
Advertising Cookies
If advertising is displayed on the site, we or our advertising partners may use cookies and web beacons to deliver ads relevant to your interests and to measure their effectiveness. This includes Google advertising services where they are enabled. These technologies may track your visits across different websites. You can opt out of personalised advertising by visiting Google’s Ads Settings or the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page.
Third-Party Services
We may use third-party service providers to help operate the site, such as hosting, analytics, and advertising platforms. These providers have limited access to your information only to perform their functions and are contractually obligated to protect it. We do not sell your personal data to third parties.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To operate, maintain, and improve the catalogue.
- To analyse usage trends and measure the effectiveness of content and advertising.
- To communicate with you if you contact us.
- To comply with legal obligations and enforce our policies.
Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your information from unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain your information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law. Server logs are retained for a limited period and then anonymised or deleted. Cookies may expire after a set duration or when you close your browser, depending on their type.
Your Choices and Rights
You have the following choices regarding your data:
- Browser Controls: Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies, delete existing cookies, or alert you when a cookie is set. Please note that disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
- Do Not Track: Some browsers support a Do Not Track signal. We do not currently respond to such signals, but you can control tracking through cookie settings.
- Opting Out of Advertising: You can opt out of personalised advertising from Google and other ad networks by visiting their respective opt-out pages.
- Access and Correction: If you have contacted us and wish to access, correct, or delete your personal information, please email the catalogue project. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.
- Data Portability: Where technically feasible, we can provide your data in a structured, commonly used format.
- Withdrawal of Consent: Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw it at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.
Children’s Privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal data without parental consent, we will take steps to delete it. If you believe a child has submitted such information, please contact us.
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 their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
International Access
This site is operated from Australia. If you access it from outside Australia, your information may be transferred to and processed in Australia or other countries where our service providers operate. By using the site, you consent to such transfer, which may have different data protection laws than your jurisdiction.
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 acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact
If you have questions or concerns about this policy or your data, please contact the catalogue project@orosc.com.