Privacy Statement

The Insights Sustainable Engineering Practices Journal (ISEP) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of all its authors, reviewers, readers, and other stakeholders who interact with the journal. This Privacy Statement outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information in accordance with relevant data protection laws. Our goal is to maintain a transparent, secure, and responsible approach to handling personal data while fostering trust within the academic community.

Key Aspects of the Privacy Statement:

1. Information We Collect:

   • Personal Information: We collect personal data, including names, email addresses, institutional affiliations, academic credentials, and contact details, when authors submit manuscripts, reviewers agree to review articles, or users register on the journal’s website.
   • Manuscript and Submission Data: In addition to personal information, we collect manuscript details such as titles, abstracts, keywords, full texts, and other metadata required for processing submissions, peer reviews, and publications.
   • Website Usage and Cookies: The journal’s website uses cookies and other tracking technologies to collect data on how users interact with the site, such as pages viewed, time spent, and actions taken. This data is used to enhance user experience and improve site functionality.

2. How We Use Your Information:

   • Manuscript Submission and Review: We use personal information to facilitate the manuscript submission, peer review, and publication processes. This includes communicating with authors, reviewers, and editors about submission status, revisions, and final decisions.
   • Communication: We may use email addresses to send important notifications regarding manuscript status, journal updates, calls for papers, and other relevant communications about the journal.
   • Website Analytics: The data collected through cookies helps us understand how users navigate the website, allowing us to improve its usability and content.

3. Data Protection and Security:

   • We implement industry-standard security measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. This includes encryption, secure servers, and access controls.
   • Personal information is stored securely, and access is restricted to authorized personnel only. We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Statement.

4. Sharing of Personal Information:

   • Peer Review Process: To facilitate the peer review process, we may share personal information such as the names and affiliations of authors and reviewers with editorial board members and reviewers.
   • Service Providers: We may share personal information with third-party service providers (e.g., website hosting, manuscript management systems) who assist in managing the journal’s operations. These providers are obligated to maintain the confidentiality of personal data.
   • Legal Compliance: We may disclose personal information in response to legal requests, such as subpoenas or court orders, or to comply with applicable laws or regulations.

5. Your Rights:

   • Access and Correction: Users have the right to access the personal information we hold about them and request corrections if any data is inaccurate or incomplete.
   • Opting Out: Users can opt out of receiving non-essential communications (e.g., newsletters, promotional emails) by following the unsubscribe link in the emails or by contacting the editorial team directly.
   • Data Deletion: If you wish to have your personal data removed, you may request deletion subject to legal requirements or other necessary purposes for retaining your information.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies:

   • The ISEP website uses cookies to enhance user experience, such as remembering preferences and tracking usage patterns. Cookies are small files stored on users’ devices.
   • You can manage or disable cookies through your web browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features on the website.

7. Changes to This Privacy Statement:

   • ISEP reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Statement periodically. Any changes will be posted on the journal’s website with an updated effective date. We encourage users to review this Privacy Statement regularly to stay informed about how we protect their personal information.

8. Contact Information:

   • If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Statement or the handling of your personal data, please contact the editorial team at the contact information provided on the ISEP website.

By submitting manuscripts, registering on the website, or engaging with the journal, authors, reviewers, and readers consent to the collection, use, and processing of their personal information as outlined in this Privacy Statement. ISEP is committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data throughout your interaction with the journal.