Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 22, 2025

Historical Shelf (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, historicalshelf.com (the “Site”).

By using our Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Site, we automatically collect certain information about your device, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Referring website
  • Pages viewed and time spent on pages
  • Date and time of your visit

This information is collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies (see “Cookies” section below).

Information You Provide

We may collect information you voluntarily provide when you:

  • Fill out a contact form
  • Subscribe to our newsletter
  • Leave a comment on our Site
  • Participate in surveys or promotions

This may include your name, email address, and any other information you choose to provide.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Operate and maintain our Site
  • Improve user experience and Site functionality
  • Analyze Site usage and trends
  • Respond to your inquiries and requests
  • Send newsletters and updates (with your consent)
  • Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
  • Comply with legal obligations

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our Site and collect certain information. Cookies are small data files stored on your device.

Types of Cookies We Use

  • Essential Cookies: Necessary for the Site to function properly
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our Site (e.g., Google Analytics)
  • Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements and track ad performance

Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Site.

To learn more about cookies and how to manage them, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.

Third-Party Services

We use third-party services that may collect information about you:

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze Site traffic and usage. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information, such as how often users visit the Site, which pages they visit, and which other sites they used prior to visiting our Site.

Google’s ability to use and share information collected by Google Analytics is restricted by the Google Analytics Terms of Service and the Google Privacy Policy.

You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Affiliate Programs

Historical Shelf participates in affiliate programs, including the Amazon Associates Program. When you click on affiliate links and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.

These affiliate programs may use cookies to track referrals. Please review the privacy policies of these third parties:

Advertising

No Display Ads implemented at the moment.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

Your Data Protection Rights (GDPR)

If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain data protection rights:

  • Right to Access: You can request copies of your personal data
  • Right to Rectification: You can request the correction of inaccurate data
  • Right to Erasure: You can request the deletion of your personal data
  • Right to Restrict Processing: You can request the restriction of processing your data
  • Right to Data Portability: You can request the transfer of your data
  • Right to Object: You can object to our processing of your data

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information in the “Contact Us” section below.

Your Privacy Rights (CCPA – California Residents)

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights regarding your personal information:

  • Right to Know: You can request information about the personal data we collect and how we use it
  • Right to Delete: You can request the deletion of your personal information
  • Right to Opt-Out: You can opt out of the sale of your personal information (Note: We do not sell personal information)
  • Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete such information.

External Links

Our Site contains links to external websites, including affiliate links to book retailers. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the “Last Updated” date.

You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes are effective when posted on this page.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data protection rights, please contact us:

This Privacy Policy is provided for informational purposes and should be reviewed by a legal professional to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.