Privacy Policy — This Privacy Policy explains how NameLibrary (“we,” “us,” “our”) collects, uses, and protects information when you visit namelibrary.org (the “Site”). Our mission is simple: help people explore human names—meanings, origins, pronunciation, variants, and cultural context—without turning your visit into a surveillance event.
Last updated: January 8, 2026
Contact: [email protected]
1) What this policy covers
This policy covers information collected when you browse NameLibrary, search for a name, read pages, click internal links, or contact us. It also applies when you submit a correction or submit a name for consideration.
2) The information we collect
A) Information you choose to provide
- Contact messages: If you email us, we receive what you send (your email address, message content, and any attachments).
- Submissions: If you submit a correction or propose a new name, we collect the details you provide (for example, spelling, origin notes, pronunciation guidance, and sources).
- Optional context: You might include language/region context to clarify meaning or pronunciation. That can be helpful. Keep it limited to what’s necessary.
Please do not send sensitive personal data (government IDs, home addresses, private medical information, or anything you would not want stored in an email inbox). We do not need it.
B) Information collected automatically (technical data)
Like most websites, our servers (or service providers that help us run the Site) automatically collect basic technical information to deliver pages and keep the Site secure. This may include:
- IP address (often used for security, rate limiting, and approximate location such as city/region)
- Device and browser information (browser type, operating system, language, and similar technical signals)
- Usage data (pages viewed, time spent, clicks, referring/exit pages)
- Log data (error logs, security logs, and diagnostic data)
3) Cookies and similar technologies
We may use cookies and similar technologies to keep the Site reliable, remember preferences, measure performance, and (if enabled) understand how visitors use the Site. Some cookies are essential; others are optional depending on your location and our settings.
Details are here: Cookie Policy
4) How we use your information
- To operate the Site (deliver pages, maintain performance, prevent abuse, and troubleshoot issues)
- To respond to you (answer messages, handle requests, and communicate about submissions)
- To improve content quality (fix errors, add variants, clarify origins and meanings, improve navigation)
- To analyze and improve performance (understand which pages load slowly, what users search for, and what features are helpful)
- To protect the Site (detect fraud, spam, scraping, and other misuse)
5) Legal bases (where applicable)
Depending on your location, privacy laws may require us to identify a legal basis for processing personal data. We generally rely on:
- Legitimate interests (running and securing the Site, improving content, preventing abuse)
- Consent (for optional cookies/analytics/advertising where required by law)
- Contract / pre-contract steps (responding to a request you initiate, such as a support message)
- Legal obligations (when we must comply with applicable law)
6) Sharing and disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in limited situations:
- Service providers: Hosting, security, analytics, email, and infrastructure providers that process data on our behalf to operate the Site.
- Legal reasons: If required to comply with law, regulation, court order, or enforce rights and policies.
- Safety and integrity: To protect NameLibrary, our users, and the public from fraud, abuse, or security threats.
7) Submissions and public content
When you submit a correction or a new name, we may use the information to update the Site. We typically do not publish your email address or personal contact details. If you ask for credit, we may publish a name or alias you provide, but only with your clear request.
Submit here: Suggest a Correction / Submit a Name
8) Data retention
We keep information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy. For example, we may retain security logs for a limited period to detect abuse, and retain support emails long enough to resolve issues and keep a record of requests. Retention periods can vary depending on the type of data and legal requirements.
9) Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect information. No website can guarantee absolute security. Please use common sense online and avoid sending sensitive information by email.
10) International visitors
NameLibrary is available globally. If you access the Site from outside the country where our servers or service providers operate, your information may be processed in other countries. We take steps designed to protect your information consistent with this policy and applicable law.
11) Your rights and choices
Depending on your location, you may have rights such as access, correction, deletion, objection, restriction, or portability. You can also manage cookie preferences through your browser settings and, if enabled, our cookie consent tools.
To make a request, contact us at [email protected] and include enough detail for us to verify what you’re asking.
12) Children’s privacy
The Site is not directed to children under 13 (or the minimum age required by local law). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided personal information, contact us and we will take appropriate steps.
13) Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. If changes are significant, we may provide a more prominent notice.
14) Contact
For privacy questions, requests, or concerns, email us. If your message relates to a specific page, include the URL. It helps us help you.
Email: [email protected]
If your concern is about how the Site is used or general responsibilities, our Terms & Conditions page covers usage rules and limitations.