Privacy Policy

Effective Date

April 14, 2026

Platform Name

ShelfConnect

Operated By

Institute of Archaeology and Heritage Studies

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how ShelfConnect collects, uses, stores, shares, and protects data.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect:

  • account details (name, email, hashed password, mobile)
  • library profile information
  • book listing information
  • inquiry and reply content
  • technical logs and security/audit data

3. How We Use Information

We use data to:

  • operate the Platform and user accounts
  • provide search, listing, and inquiry functionality
  • send service notifications
  • enforce rules and moderation decisions
  • maintain security and reliability

4. Public vs Private Data

Some fields can be made public by user choice. If users enable public sharing, that information may be indexed or copied by third parties.

5. Third-Party Services

ISBN lookup and metadata features may connect to third-party services. Users should verify imported information.

6. Security

Reasonable safeguards are used, but no system can guarantee absolute security.

7. Retention

Data may be retained for operational, legal, audit, moderation, and security reasons.

8. User Rights

Subject to applicable law, users may request access, correction, deletion, or changes to sharing settings.

9. Policy Updates

This policy may be updated from time to time. Continued use after updates indicates acceptance.

Contact

Institute of Archaeology and Heritage Studies
Vilegoda Walauwa, Vivekarama Road, Kalutara North, 12000, Sri Lanka
Email: shelfconnect@iahs.lk