Our Commitment to Your Privacy
At Potroput Journal, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, submit manuscripts, or interact with our services. Please read this policy carefully to understand our views and practices regarding your personal data.
Information We Collect
- Personal identification information (Name, email address, phone number, affiliation)
- Academic information (Research interests, publication history, ORCID iD)
- Usage data (IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent)
- Submission data (Manuscripts, reviews, correspondence)
- Cookies and tracking technologies
How We Use Your Information
- To process manuscript submissions and peer review
- To communicate with authors, reviewers, and editors
- To improve our website and user experience
- To comply with legal obligations
- To send newsletters and updates (with consent)
Data Protection
- SSL encryption for all data transmission
- Secure servers with firewall protection
- Regular security audits and updates
- Access restricted to authorized personnel only
- Data anonymization where applicable
Data Sharing
- We do not sell your personal information
- Information shared with reviewers during peer review
- May be shared with indexing partners for publication records
- Legal compliance when required by law
- With your explicit consent only
Your Rights
- Right to access your personal data
- Right to rectify inaccurate data
- Right to erasure (right to be forgotten)
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to withdraw consent
Cookie Policy
- Essential cookies for website functionality
- Analytics cookies to improve user experience
- Preference cookies to remember your settings
- You can disable cookies in browser settings
- Third-party cookies from embedded content
GDPR Compliance & Your Rights
As part of our commitment to data protection, we fully comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for users in the European Union. This means we have implemented additional measures to protect your privacy and give you more control over your personal data.
Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this privacy policy and applicable laws.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.