Our Use of Cookies and Similar Technologies
Historical Children’s Library (nijaa.com) uses cookies, local storage, and similar technologies to help the site function reliably, remember your preferences, and, where you have consented, to understand how the site is used and to support the display of advertising. This policy explains what these technologies are, how we use them, and how you can control them.
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 recognise your device and store information about your visit, such as your preferred language or other settings. Cookies may be set by the site itself (first-party cookies) or by third parties whose services we use (third-party cookies). Some cookies are erased when you close your browser (session cookies); others remain on your device for a longer period (persistent cookies). We do not specify fixed durations for persistent cookies because these may vary depending on the technology used.
Essential Cookies
Certain cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of the site. They enable you to navigate the catalogue, access secure areas, and use core features such as saving your reading preferences. Without these cookies, the site cannot function properly. Essential cookies are placed automatically and do not require your consent.
Preference Cookies
Preference cookies allow the site to remember choices you make (such as your preferred text size, display mode, or language) and to provide enhanced, more personal features. These cookies are set only if you interact with the relevant settings. If you disable them, the site will still work, but some customisations may be lost.
Analytics Cookies (Where Enabled)
Where analytics are enabled, we use first-party analytics tools to collect anonymous information about how visitors use the site. This helps us understand which catalogue pages are most popular, how users navigate between sections, and what improvements might be helpful. These cookies do not identify you personally; they aggregate data such as page visits, time spent, and browser type. Analytics cookies are placed only if you consent.
Advertising Cookies (Where Ads Are Displayed)
On pages where advertisements are displayed, we may use Google advertising technologies, including Google AdSense or Google Ad Manager. These services may place third-party cookies on your device to deliver ads relevant to your interests, to limit how often you see an ad, and to measure the effectiveness of ad campaigns. These cookies may track your visits across different websites. Advertising cookies are placed only where you have given your informed consent.
Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we may use local storage (such as HTML5 localStorage) to store data on your device. This is similar to cookies but can hold larger amounts of information. We use local storage for purposes such as remembering your reading progress or catalogue preferences. Local storage is not automatically cleared when you close your browser; you can manage it through your browser settings.
Your Consent and Choices
When you first visit the site, a cookie consent notice will ask you to accept or decline non-essential cookies and similar technologies. You may withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your preferences through the consent management tool available on the site. Withdrawal will not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out before the withdrawal.
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically block all cookies, delete existing cookies, or set the browser to warn you before a cookie is stored. Please note that if you disable essential cookies, some parts of the site may become inaccessible or function incorrectly. For guidance on managing cookies in your browser, consult your browser’s help documentation.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our practices. Any changes will be posted on this page, and where material changes are made, we will notify you through the site.
Contact
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact our editor at [email protected].