A Practical Guide to Privacy in Libraries

Privacy has always been a concern of library professionals, particularly protecting users’ privacy; the increasing complexity of the digital realm has made keeping up with these issues especially challenging. Pedley (Digital Copyright and Copyright Compliance) provides an overview of the topic, covering both the analog and the digital arenas. He discusses navigating legal regulations, writing policy statements, conducting audits, and developing data protection impact statements. He also provides many resources for further reading and learning. Examples and case studies from a variety of library types help illustrate particular points, and the author also offers practical steps that libraries can take to protect user privacy. Although the book is written from a UK perspective, there are also examples and legal cases provided from the United States.