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Cookie Policy

Learn about how we use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience.

Last updated: August 14, 2025

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences, analyzing how you use our site, and personalizing content.

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, the types of cookies we use, and how you can control your cookie preferences.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.

  • Authentication and login status
  • Security and fraud prevention
  • Load balancing and site performance
  • Accessibility features

Duration: Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or up to 1 year

Functional Cookies

These cookies allow us to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, personalized features.

  • Language and region preferences
  • User interface customizations
  • Search filters and sorting preferences
  • Recently viewed books

Duration: Up to 2 years

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

  • Page views and user journeys
  • Time spent on different pages
  • Click patterns and popular features
  • Error tracking and performance monitoring

Duration: Up to 2 years

Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.

  • Personalized book recommendations
  • Targeted advertising on other websites
  • Social media integration
  • Email marketing optimization

Duration: Up to 1 year

Third-Party Cookies and Services

We work with trusted third-party services that may also set cookies on your device. These services help us provide better functionality and analyze our website performance.

Google Analytics

Helps us understand website usage and improve user experience.

Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy

Social Media Platforms

Enable social sharing and login functionality.

Includes Facebook, Twitter, and other platforms

Payment Processors

Secure payment processing and fraud prevention.

Stripe, PayPal, and other payment services

Email Services

Email delivery and marketing automation.

Mailchimp, SendGrid, and similar services

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • View and delete existing cookies
  • Block cookies from specific websites
  • Block third-party cookies
  • Delete all cookies when you close your browser
  • Receive notifications when cookies are set

Browser-Specific Instructions

Google Chrome

Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data

Mozilla Firefox

Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

Safari

Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data

Microsoft Edge

Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies

Opt-Out Tools

You can also use these tools to opt out of tracking:

  • Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
  • Network Advertising Initiative Opt-out
  • Digital Advertising Alliance Opt-out
Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you can disable cookies, please note that doing so may affect your experience on our website:

Potential Issues

  • Difficulty staying logged in
  • Loss of personalized settings
  • Reduced website functionality
  • Less relevant content recommendations
  • Inability to use certain features

What Still Works

  • Basic website browsing
  • Viewing book listings
  • Reading public content
  • Accessing help pages
  • Contacting support
Updates to This Cookie 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. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date. We e encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.

Questions About Cookies?

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

Email: contact@communitylibrary.com

Phone: +1 (555) 123-4567

Address: 123 Library Street, Book City, BC 12345

Quick Tip: You can also manage your cookie preferences by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer at any time.

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