Library Elf

[jail warden]

I was asked today how I know it's safe. Umm... not sure, I just know it was recommended here. Isn't that good enough?!!!:lol: But, anyway, so I told the person I would get back to them. How do I know they won't access my personal info? Anyone know? TIA!!!

[jail warden]

I'm all ears!:bigear:

[Oak Knoll Mom]

http://libraryelf.com/FAQ.aspx#noSpam

What about my privacy? [ Top (http://libraryelf.com/FAQ.aspx#top) ]
Your privacy is one of our most important concerns. Personal information are kept encrypted with 128-bit encryption (one of the best, most commonly used encryption technologies available today).
Elf does not obtain or collect patron name, address or phone numbers from library records. And unless ordered by court order, your email address or other personal information are not sold, disclosed or otherwise made available to any outside party.
It is important to note that if you use public RSS aggregators (e.g. Bloglines, Blogger, Feedster, Rojo, etc.) you should be aware that some of these services may allow other users of the service to read your RSS feeds. This means that putting a private RSS feed in a public aggregator could mean that others will be able to read your feed information.
So while RSS aggregators usually offer an option for users to designate whether one's folders and feed information be public or kept private however you may want to contact your RSS service provider for more information or if you have questions about your RSS software.

Important Note on Privacy: Bloglines apparently treats RSS feeds public even if you have set your profile to private. If you are a Bloglines user, you may want to change your delivery method to email only.
With respect to privacy, is a record (history) of the titles kept? [ Top ] (http://libraryelf.com/FAQ.aspx#top)
In general, no histories are kept or recorded. Due to the way RSS works, however, an RSS file is published for users who have chosen to receive RSS feeds. Old or previous RSS files are not kept or retained. It's worth noting, Elf does its checking in real-time and information is based on what is obtained at time of checking (and not stored). Is Elf affected by the US Patriot Act? [ Top ] (http://libraryelf.com/FAQ.aspx#top)
We don't think so. We are based in Vancouver, BC Canada and it's our understanding that the US Patriot Act does not apply here. Furthermore, our privacy policy states that we will not share any information unless ordered to by a government court order (which, in our case, would be the Canadian government).

Elf only does its checking in real-time. This means that no history file is kept of your items out. Due to the nature of RSS, a copy of one's current account status is kept for your RSS feed, but this only if you have opted for RSS feeds.

[Mamagistra]

I am WAY more concerned about the PATRIOT Act access than that of Library Elf. :angry:

:rant: ...'Cause you know all those "terrorists" are just itchin' to get over here and get library cards! :banghead:

:leaving:

[jail warden]

I am WAY more concerned about the PATRIOT Act access than that of Library Elf. :angry:

:rant: ...'Cause you know all those "terrorists" are just itchin' to get over here and get library cards! :banghead:

:leaving:

LOL!:lol: