Privacy Statement

Effective Date: 1 December 2024

Revistia Research and Publishing is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our users' personal information. This Privacy Statement outlines how we collect, use, store, and disclose personal information provided by authors, reviewers, readers, and other stakeholders engaging with our platform.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information necessary to provide our services effectively, including but not limited to:

Name, email address, and affiliation (for authors, reviewers, and subscribers).
Submissions and related metadata for publication purposes.
Communication records, such as correspondence regarding submissions or inquiries.
Website usage data (e.g., IP addresses, cookies) to enhance user experience and ensure platform security.

2. How We Use Your Information

The personal information collected is used for the following purposes:

Managing the editorial and peer-review processes.
Facilitating publication and dissemination of scholarly content.
Communicating with users about their submissions, reviews, or other inquiries.
Providing access to published articles and journal updates.
Improving website functionality and user experience through analytics.

3. Sharing of Information

We respect your privacy and do not sell, rent, or disclose personal information to third parties except in the following cases:

To third-party service providers involved in platform hosting, technical support, or analytics, under strict confidentiality agreements.
To comply with legal obligations or enforceable government requests.
With your consent, for purposes such as academic collaboration or co-authorship.

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as it is necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Statement or comply with applicable legal obligations. If you request deletion of your data, we will take reasonable steps to ensure its removal, except where retention is required by law.

5. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access and Correction: You can access, update, or correct your personal information at any time.
Data Portability: You may request a copy of your personal information in a structured, machine-readable format.
Deletion: You may request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal or contractual obligations.
Objection and Restriction: You may object to or request a restriction on how we process your personal data.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [Insert Contact Email Address].

6. Security Measures

We implement industry-standard measures to safeguard your data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encrypted data transmission, access controls, and secure storage systems.

7. Use of Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience, gather analytical data, and improve platform functionality. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more information, please refer to our [Cookie Policy].

8. Third-Party Links

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies independently.

9. Updates to the Privacy Statement

We may revise this Privacy Statement from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page, and the effective date will be updated accordingly. We encourage you to review this Privacy Statement periodically to stay informed about how we protect your data.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Statement or how we handle your data, please contact us at:

Revistia Research and Publishing
Email: [email protected]
Address: Revistia, with a registered address at 11 Portland Road, London, SE25 4UF, United Kingdom. Registered in the UK with Company Number: 13067873.
Tel: +44 1748220114