Privacy Policy
Science Transactions and Aligned Journals
Privacy Policy
Science Transactions and its aligned journals (“we”, “our”, “us”) are committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of authors, reviewers, editors, and website users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you interact with our journals, websites, and services.
By accessing or using our platform, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Information
- Full name
- Email address
- Institutional affiliation
- Contact details
- ORCID ID (if provided)
Manuscript-Related Information
- Submitted manuscripts
- Author details and contributions
- Reviewer comments and reports
- Editorial decisions
Technical Information
- IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Cookies and usage data
Purpose of Data Collection
We collect and use your data for the following purposes:
- Processing manuscript submissions and peer review
- Managing editorial and publication workflows
- Communicating with authors, reviewers, and editors
- Improving website functionality and user experience
- Ensuring compliance with ethical and legal standards
Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data based on:
- User consent
- Legitimate academic and publishing interests
- Compliance with legal obligations
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We may share information with:
- Editors and reviewers for peer review purposes
- Publishing partners and indexing services
- Conference organizers (where applicable)
- Legal authorities when required by law
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal data to third parties.
Data Retention
We retain personal and manuscript-related data:
- For as long as necessary to fulfill publication and archival purposes
- To maintain academic records and integrity
- As required by applicable laws and regulations
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies to:
- Enhance user experience
- Analyze website traffic
- Maintain session information
Users may disable cookies through browser settings; however, some features may not function properly.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:
- Secure servers and encrypted communication (HTTPS)
- Access control and authentication
- Regular monitoring and system updates
However, no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure.
User Rights
Depending on applicable laws, users may have the right to:
- Access their personal data
- Request correction or deletion
- Withdraw consent
- Object to processing
- Request data portability
Requests can be made by contacting us (see Section 12).
Confidentiality in Peer Review
All submitted manuscripts and reviewer reports are treated as confidential documents. Reviewers and editors are required to maintain strict confidentiality and ethical standards.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those external sites.
Contact Information
For any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Science Transactions
Email: info@sciencetransactions.com; sciencetransactions@gmail.com
Website: https://sciencetransactions.com
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Consent
By using our website and submitting your information, you consent to this Privacy Policy.
