Introduction
SOVPAS is a non-commercial visual history archive dedicated to historical photographs, postcards, printed ephemera, cinema, popular culture and everyday life.
This Privacy Policy explains what information may be collected when you visit this website and how that information may be used.
By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
Information Collected Automatically
Like most websites, SOVPAS may automatically collect certain non-personal information about visitors.
This information may include:
browser type and version;
operating system;
device type;
approximate geographic location;
referring website;
pages viewed;
date and time of visits;
visit duration;
general usage statistics.
This information is collected for analytical, technical and statistical purposes only.
Analytics and Visitor Statistics
SOVPAS may use third-party analytics and visitor statistics services, including but not limited to:
Google Analytics;
Statcounter;
Histats;
Flag Counter.
These services may use cookies, anonymous identifiers and similar technologies to collect information about website traffic and visitor behavior.
The information collected helps improve the website, understand visitor interests and maintain the archive.
SOVPAS does not use analytics data to identify individual visitors.
For more information, please refer to the privacy policies of the respective service providers.
Cookies
This website may use cookies and similar technologies.
Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help websites function properly and provide anonymous statistical information.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings if you prefer.
Please note that some website features may not function correctly if cookies are disabled.
External Links
SOVPAS may contain links to external websites, archives, museums, libraries, social media platforms and other third-party resources.
This Privacy Policy applies only to SOVPAS.
The website is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites.
Email Communication
If you contact SOVPAS by email, any information you provide will be used solely for communication regarding your inquiry.
Your information will not be sold, rented or shared with third parties except when required by law.
Copyright and Rights Holders
If you are a copyright holder and contact SOVPAS regarding any published material, the information you provide will be used only for processing and responding to your request.
Data Security
Reasonable measures are taken to protect the website and its content.
However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Visitors use the website at their own discretion.
Children's Privacy
SOVPAS is an educational and historical website intended for a general audience.
The website does not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in website functionality, analytics services or legal requirements.
Any updates will be published on this page.
Contact
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Last updated: 2026
