Privacy Policy

Last updated: September 10, 2025

1. Introduction

Electronic Library UK ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website flickering-path.com and use our electronic library services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number)
• Account credentials and preferences
• Payment information for premium services
• Academic or professional information relevant to our services
• Communication history with our support team

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect:

• IP address and location data
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent on our site
• Referring website information

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Providing and maintaining our electronic library services
• Processing transactions and managing your account
• Sending newsletters and updates (with your consent)
• Improving our website and services
• Responding to customer service requests
• Complying with legal obligations
• Protecting against fraud and unauthorized access

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With your explicit consent
• To comply with legal obligations or court orders
• To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users
• With trusted service providers who assist in operating our services
• In connection with a business transfer or acquisition

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. Our Cookie Policy provides detailed information about:

• Types of cookies we use
• How to manage cookie preferences
• Third-party cookies and analytics

You can control cookie settings through our cookie management system or your browser settings.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of sensitive data
• Regular security assessments
• Access controls and authentication
• Secure data transmission protocols

7. 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 by law. Account information is typically retained until you request deletion or your account becomes inactive.

8. Your Rights

Under UK data protection laws, you have the following rights:

• Right to access your personal information
• Right to rectify inaccurate information
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to withdraw consent

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the UK. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with UK data protection standards.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are intended for users aged 16 and above. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 16, we will take steps to delete such information.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes through our website or by email.