Last updated: September 1, 2026
Information we collect
Depending on how you use Ministry Shelf, we may collect information that you voluntarily provide to us.
Information you provide
- Your name and email address when you contact us.
- Information submitted through contributor or contact forms.
- Information you provide when reporting a content issue.
- Other information you choose to include in correspondence.
Information collected automatically
Like many websites, Ministry Shelf may receive basic technical information when you visit the website. This may include information such as browser type, device type, approximate location, referring page and general usage information.
How we use information
Information may be used to operate, maintain and improve Ministry Shelf and to communicate with people who contact us.
- Responding to enquiries.
- Reviewing contributor submissions.
- Investigating reported content errors.
- Improving website performance and usability.
- Protecting the website against abuse and security threats.
- Complying with applicable legal obligations.
We aim to collect and use information only for legitimate, clearly understood purposes connected to operating Ministry Shelf.
Information sharing
We do not intend to sell personal information to third parties.
Information may be shared with service providers that help operate the website, such as hosting, security, analytics, email or form processing providers, where necessary to provide those services.
Information may also be disclosed where required by law or where reasonably necessary to protect the rights, safety or integrity of Ministry Shelf and its users.
Cookies
Ministry Shelf may use cookies and similar technologies to remember preferences, understand website usage and support essential website functionality.
Some third-party services used by the website may also place their own cookies or similar technologies. Where applicable, these technologies are governed by the relevant provider’s policies. See our Cookie Policy for more detail.
more detail.Data retention
We retain information for as long as reasonably necessary for the purpose for which it was collected, to maintain appropriate records, resolve disputes, enforce agreements or comply with legal obligations.
Security
We take reasonable administrative and technical measures designed to protect information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure or destruction.
However, no internet transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Your choices
Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have rights relating to personal information we hold about you.
You may contact us to ask questions about information you have provided, request correction of inaccurate information or ask about deletion where applicable.
Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how Ministry Shelf handles information, please contact us through our Contact page.