How We Use Cookies and Similar Technologies
When you visit the Public Domain Literature Library at eommi.com, we and, where enabled, certain third parties may place small text files (cookies) or use similar technologies such as local storage on your device. This policy explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and how you can exercise choice over their use.
What Are Cookies?
A cookie is a small file stored on your browser or device by a website you visit. Cookies are widely used to make websites work efficiently and to provide information to the site owner. Cookies may be session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (which remain for a set period or until deleted). We also use local storage, which functions similarly but can store larger amounts of data and is not automatically cleared when you close your browser.
Categories of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the basic operation of our catalogue. They enable you to navigate the site, use search functions, and access secure areas. Without these cookies, services such as saving your reading preferences or maintaining your session while browsing cannot be provided. Essential cookies are placed by us (first-party) and do not require your prior consent.
Preference Cookies
Preference cookies allow our site to remember choices you make—such as your preferred text size, display settings, or the categories you frequently browse (e.g., “Adventure Picaresque Fiction” or “Fantasy Juvenile Worlds”). These cookies improve your experience by tailoring the interface to your tastes. Where we use them, they are first-party and may be session or persistent.
Analytics Cookies
Where enabled, we use analytics cookies to collect aggregated, anonymised information about how visitors interact with our catalogue—for example, which pages are most popular (such as edition insights for “The works of the Reverend George Whitefield, M.A.” or background pages for “The works of Alexander Hamilton”), how long users stay, and whether they encounter errors. This data helps us improve the site’s performance and content. Analytics cookies may be first-party or third-party (e.g., from Google Analytics). They are non-essential and require your consent before being placed.
Advertising Cookies
If we display advertisements on the site, we may use advertising cookies to make ads more relevant to you. These cookies track your browsing across websites and build a profile of your interests. For example, Google advertising technologies (such as Google Ads or DoubleClick) may place cookies to measure ad performance or to show you ads for books or topics you have previously viewed. Advertising cookies are third-party and require your consent. We do not currently serve ads on every page, but where advertising is enabled, this policy applies.
First-Party and Third-Party Cookies
First-party cookies are set by us (the Public Domain Literature Library) and are used only by us. Third-party cookies are set by domains other than eommi.com. For instance, if we use Google Analytics or Google advertising services, those providers may set their own cookies. We do not control the data practices of these third parties; we encourage you to review their privacy policies.
Your Choices and Consent
When you first visit our site, a cookie consent notice will appear. You may choose to accept all non-essential cookies, reject them, or customise your preferences. Essential cookies are always active. You can withdraw or change your consent at any time by adjusting your settings via the cookie preference tool available on our site.
Most web browsers also allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically block or delete cookies, or set your browser to alert you when a cookie is placed. However, please note that disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of the catalogue—for example, you might not be able to save your reading lists or maintain a consistent browsing experience. Blocking analytics or advertising cookies will not affect core site features.
Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we may use local storage (also called DOM storage) to store data on your device. This is used for similar purposes as cookies, such as remembering your preferences or caching content to improve load times. You can clear local storage through your browser settings.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page, and where material, we may notify you via the site.