How We Use Cookies and Similar Technologies
This page explains how Ancient History Library uses cookies, local storage, and similar technologies to support the operation of the catalogue and, where you have consented, to help us understand usage and display relevant information. We are committed to being transparent about what we store and why.
What Are Cookies?
A cookie is a small text file that a website places on your device when you visit. It allows the site to remember your actions or preferences over a period of time. Most browsers support cookies, and you can control whether they are accepted through your browser settings. Other storage technologies, such as local storage, work in a similar way but can hold more data and are not automatically sent to the server with every request. We may use local storage for preferences or to remember your reading progress on certain catalogue pages.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential (Strictly Necessary) Storage
These cookies and local-storage items are required for the catalogue to function. They enable core features such as remembering your session, maintaining your privacy choices, and allowing you to navigate between pages. Without these, some parts of the site would not work as intended. Essential storage does not require your prior consent because it is necessary for the service you have requested.
Preference Cookies
We may store your preferences regarding text size, display options, or language selection so that your choices persist across visits. These are first-party cookies or local-storage items that we set ourselves. If you disable them, the site will still work, but you may need to adjust your preferences each time you visit.
Analytics (Where Enabled)
Where we have enabled analytics services, we may use cookies and similar technologies to collect anonymous information about how visitors use the catalogue. This helps us understand which pages are most popular, how users navigate, and whether any errors occur. The data is aggregated and does not identify you personally. You can opt out of analytics storage through our consent management tool or your browser settings. Analytics are not essential, and we only use them if you have given your consent.
Advertising (Where Displayed)
Some pages may display advertisements provided by Google and other third-party networks. These advertising partners may use cookies, web beacons, or similar technologies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant ads on this site and elsewhere. This may include Google’s advertising technologies, such as Google AdSense or Google Ad Manager, where enabled. The information collected may include your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and interactions with ads. We do not control the specific cookies set by these third parties. Advertising-related storage is only used if you have given your consent. You can withdraw consent at any time through our cookie consent tool or by adjusting your browser settings.
First-Party and Third-Party Cookies
First-party cookies are set by Ancient History Library directly. Third-party cookies are set by domains other than tubhu.com, such as analytics providers or advertising networks. When you visit a page that includes embedded content (for example, a video or a social-media share button), the provider of that content may set its own cookies. We do not control these third-party cookies, and we encourage you to review the privacy policies of those providers for more information.
Session and Persistent Storage
Session cookies and local-storage items are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies and storage remain on your device for a set period or until you manually delete them. The exact duration varies by cookie; we do not set fixed durations that exceed what is reasonably necessary for the purpose. You can clear persistent storage at any time through your browser settings.
Your Choices and Consent
When you first visit the catalogue, you will be presented with a consent banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential storage. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link available on every page. If you withdraw consent, any non-essential cookies that have already been set will be deleted or made inactive, but essential storage will remain in place.
Browser Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually choose to block all cookies, block third-party cookies only, or delete specific cookies. If you disable cookies entirely, essential storage may also be affected, and some features of the catalogue may not work correctly. For example, you may not be able to log in or maintain your reading progress. Local storage can be managed through your browser’s privacy settings or by clearing site data. Instructions are typically available in your browser’s help section.
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact our Catalogue Editor at [email protected].