Privacy Statement Policy

Scope

This Privacy Statement describes how the journal collects, uses, stores, and protects personal data in connection with submission, peer review, and publication processes.

Data Controller

The journal or its publisher acts as the data controller. Contact details should be provided on the journal website.

Personal Data Collected

The journal collects names, affiliations, contact details, ORCID iDs, submission records, and communication data necessary for editorial processes.

Purpose of Processing

Data are used for submission management, peer review, editorial decisions, publication, indexing, and aggregated analysis.

Legal Basis

Processing complies with GDPR and is based on contract performance, legitimate interest, and legal obligations.

Data Sharing

Data may be shared with PKP, publishers, indexing services, DOI agencies, and service providers under strict data protection standards.

Data Retention

Data are retained only as long as necessary. Published metadata may be retained indefinitely.

Data Security

Appropriate measures are taken to protect data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

Cookies

Cookies may be used for functionality and analytics. Users can manage preferences via browser settings.

User Rights

Users have rights to access, correct, delete, restrict, or transfer data, and to be informed of breaches.

Cross-Border Transfers

Transfers outside jurisdictions are safeguarded in accordance with data protection laws.

Research Data Responsibility

Authors must ensure ethical handling of personal data in research.

Scholarly Record

Data may be retained to preserve the integrity of the scholarly record.

Policy Updates

This policy may be updated periodically.