VetLit.org
Privacy policy. Updated August 2026.
Who we are
This Privacy Policy explains how VetLit.org collects, uses and protects your personal information when you use the website or subscribe to our educational updates. The VetLit website is an educational resource. By using the VetLit website, you consent to the data practices described in this statement. This policy may change from time to time so please check it periodically. VetLit.org is operated by Simon Cook.
Personal Information
The details which you provide about yourself and any information which identifies you such as your name or email address (“Personal Information”) will only be retained by us if you provide this information voluntarily when using one of the services available on our website, such as subscribing to one of our email lists. Personal Information will be held on our system and used for operational purposes such as managing mailing list subscriptions and tailoring of e-mail content.
Use of your Personal Information
VetLit only collects and uses your personal information to operate and deliver the services you have requested.
The Personal Information you supply when you join one of our e-mail lists will be used by VetLit to keep you up to date with literature and the activities of VetLit.
We may occasionally contact you about new educational resources, newsletters, podcasts or other VetLit activities that we believe are relevant to your interests.
Each e-mail we send you offers you the opportunity to unsubscribe from our e-mail.
If you would like to revise the information provided to us at any time, or feel what we currently have on record is incorrect, you may update the information by e-mailing simon@vetlit.org.
Sharing Information with Third Parties
VetLit does not sell, rent, or lease its subscription lists to third parties.
VetLit may disclose your personal information, without notice, if required to do so by law or in the good faith belief that such action is necessary to: (a) conform to the edicts of the law or comply with legal process served on VetLit or the site; (b) protect and defend the rights or property of VetLit; and/or (c) act under pressing circumstances to protect the personal safety of users of VetLit, or the public.
Similarly, we will disclose your Personal Information as part of a transaction whereby our company or business assets are transferred to a third party.
VetLit uses trusted third-party providers to help deliver services such as email newsletters, website hosting and analytics. These providers only process personal information on our behalf and in accordance with applicable data protection legislation.
Security of your personal information
We strive to take appropriate security measures to protect against unauthorized access to our alteration of your personal information. Unfortunately, no data transmission over the Internet or any wireless network can be guaranteed to be 100% secure. As a result, while we strive to protect your personal information, you acknowledge that: (a) there are security and privacy limitations inherent to the Internet which are beyond our control; and (b) security, integrity, and privacy of any and all information and data exchanged between you and use through this site cannot be guaranteed.
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect personal information and work with reputable third-party providers who maintain appropriate security standards.
Correcting or updating of personal information
If your Personal Information changes or if you no longer wish to subscribe to the service, we will endeavour to correct, update or remove the Personal Information provided to us as speedily as possible. This can be done by emailing us at simon@vetlit.org.
Automatically Collected Information and Cookies
Like most websites, VetLit.org uses non personally identifying information about your computer hardware and software. This information can include: your IP address, browser type, domain names, access times and referring website addresses. This information is used to improve the operation of the service, to maintain quality of the service, and to provide statistics regarding use of the VetLit website.
Cookies
Cookies are small pieces of information that may be stored by your browser on your computer’s hard drive. They make it possible for us to know visitor statistics, and improve the site by using these. You can control cookies through your browser settings.
Links
This website contains links to other websites. Be aware that we are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of such other sites.
Users under 18
If you are under 18, please ensure that you obtain your parent/guardian’s consent beforehand whenever you provide Personal Information to the website. Users without such consent are not allowed to provide us with Personal Information.
Editorial independence
Sponsorship or educational partnerships do not influence the selection, interpretation or presentation of educational content published by VetLit.