YOUR PRIVACY AND THE LIBRARY

The University of California libraries are committed to protecting your privacy to the greatest extent possible, subject to provisions of state and federal law. We believe privacy is an essential element of intellectual and academic freedom. While we gather a variety of information on patrons, even if briefly, in the normal course of providing services, our library policies and ethical considerations require the library treat personally identifiable information and reference contacts in confidence to protect the privacy of our users.

The UC Libraries take the collection of personally identifiable information required to provide services very seriously. It is our goal to only keep personal information for the shortest amount of time necessary to complete transactions or provide service. Access to personal information is restricted to library staff who need it to conduct library business. Personal information is never used for commercial purposes and it will not be revealed to any third party except by such process, order, or subpoena authorized by law. The library is supported in this goal by national, state and local laws, as well as through University of California policies.

On this page you will find links to Privacy Legislation, UC Policies, links for further research, and contact information should you have questions concerning your specific University Library.