Privacy Policy
Last updated: October 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how MainReads handles information when you visit and browse our reference website.
1. Information We Collect
We collect minimal standard server log data necessary for maintaining security and performance:
- Standard web server log records (IP address, browser user-agent, request timestamp, and requested page URL).
- Session identifiers for logged-in administrators.
- Anonymous search queries to compute index search metrics.
2. Cookies
Public visitors browsing the directory do not receive persistent tracking cookies. Administrative sections use strictly necessary, temporary HTTP-only session cookies to authenticate administrators and protect against Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF).
3. Third-Party Links & Advertising
MainReads provides links to external websites and academic servers where PDF documents are hosted. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites. When third-party advertising placements are enabled, advertisers may use standard web beacons or cookies in accordance with their respective privacy policies.
4. Contact Information
Questions regarding this policy may be directed to [email protected].