How We Use Cookies and Similar Technologies
This page explains how the Medieval History Archive (accessible at epefe.com) uses cookies, local storage, and similar technologies. By continuing to browse the catalogue, you consent to the use of essential storage. Any optional storage is used only with your prior consent, which you may withdraw at any time.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently and to provide information to the site owner. Other technologies, such as local storage, perform similar functions. For simplicity, we refer to all such technologies as “cookies” in this policy.
Categories of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the catalogue to function. They enable core features such as navigating between pages, remembering your session, and maintaining accessibility preferences. Without these cookies, some parts of the site may not work. Essential cookies do not require your prior consent.
Preference Cookies
Where enabled, preference cookies remember choices you make, such as your preferred text size or display mode. They improve your experience by tailoring the site to your personal settings. These cookies are used only with your consent.
Analytics Cookies
If you have consented, we may use analytics cookies to collect anonymous information about how visitors use the catalogue. This helps us understand which books and sections are most popular and how users navigate the site. The data is aggregated and does not identify you personally. We use this information solely to improve the catalogue.
Advertising Cookies
Where advertisements are displayed, we may use advertising cookies, including those from Google advertising services, to make ads more relevant to you. These cookies track your browsing across websites and build a profile of your interests. They are used only with your explicit consent. You can opt out of such advertising cookies at any time.
First-Party and Third-Party Cookies
First-party cookies are set by the Medieval History Archive. Third-party cookies are set by trusted partners, such as analytics providers and advertising networks. We do not control third-party cookies; you should review the privacy and cookie policies of those providers for further information.
Session and Persistent Cookies
Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device until they expire or you delete them. The duration of persistent cookies varies; we do not set fixed durations beyond what is necessary for their purpose.
Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we may use local storage to store small amounts of data on your device. This is used for similar purposes, such as remembering your preferences. Local storage is not automatically cleared when you close your browser.
Your Consent Choices
When you first visit the catalogue, you will be asked to consent to optional cookies. You can accept all, reject all, or customise your preferences. Your choice will be remembered for a reasonable period. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link available in the footer of every page.
Withdrawing Consent
If you have previously consented to optional cookies, you may withdraw your consent at any time through the “Cookie Settings” link. Withdrawal will not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal. After withdrawal, only essential cookies will remain active.
Browser Controls
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can block or delete cookies, but please note that blocking essential cookies may impair the functionality of the catalogue. Instructions for managing cookies are usually found in your browser’s help section.
Practical Effects of Disabling Storage
If you disable all cookies and local storage, the Medieval History Archive may not function as intended. You may not be able to log in, save preferences, or use certain features. The site will still be accessible for basic browsing, but your experience may be degraded.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact
If you have questions about our use of cookies, you may contact our editorial office at editor@epefe.com.