Privacy Policy

Researchpubx is committed to protecting the privacy, confidentiality, and security of the personal information entrusted to us by authors, reviewers, editors, readers, and website visitors. We recognize the importance of maintaining trust in scholarly publishing and are dedicated to handling personal information responsibly and transparently.

This Privacy Policy explains how Researchpubx collects, uses, stores, protects, and processes information obtained through our website, manuscript submission systems, publishing services, and related scholarly communication activities.

By accessing or using Researchpubx services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

Researchpubx may collect personal and non-personal information necessary for providing publishing services and maintaining website functionality.

Personal Information

Depending on your interaction with our platform, we may collect:

  • Full name
  • Email address
  • Institutional affiliation
  • Professional designation
  • Country or region
  • ORCID iD (where provided)
  • Contact information
  • User account details
  • Billing and payment information (where applicable)

Manuscript and Publishing Information

For scholarly publishing purposes, we may collect:

  • Submitted manuscripts
  • Author details
  • Reviewer comments
  • Editorial correspondence
  • Supplementary files
  • Funding information
  • Ethical approval information
  • Data availability statements

Technical Information

When visiting our website, certain technical information may be collected automatically, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Operating system
  • Referring website information
  • Date and time of access
  • Website usage statistics

How We Use Your Information

Researchpubx uses collected information to support scholarly publishing, editorial management, and website operations.

Information may be used to:

  • Process manuscript submissions
  • Manage peer review activities
  • Communicate with authors, reviewers, and editors
  • Publish accepted articles
  • Verify author and reviewer identities
  • Maintain editorial records
  • Improve website functionality and user experience
  • Ensure compliance with ethical and legal obligations
  • Respond to inquiries and support requests
  • Protect the integrity and security of our services

We only use information for legitimate publishing, operational, and administrative purposes.

Manuscript Submission and Editorial Processing

When authors submit manuscripts, the information provided is used exclusively for editorial evaluation, peer review, publication management, and related scholarly communication activities.

Submitted materials may be accessed by:

  • Editorial staff
  • Editors
  • Peer reviewers
  • Production teams
  • Authorized publishing personnel

Access is limited to individuals directly involved in the editorial and publication process.

Confidentiality of Peer Review

Researchpubx recognizes the importance of confidentiality in the peer review process.

All manuscripts, reviewer comments, editorial communications, and related materials are treated as confidential documents.

Reviewers are expected to:

  • Maintain strict confidentiality
  • Use manuscript information solely for review purposes
  • Avoid sharing unpublished content with unauthorized individuals

Editors and staff are similarly required to preserve confidentiality throughout the editorial process.

Research Data and Supplementary Materials

Researchpubx may receive datasets, supplementary files, images, and supporting materials during submission and publication.

Such materials are managed in accordance with:

  • Journal policies
  • Ethical requirements
  • Author agreements
  • Applicable legal obligations

Where research data is published, authors remain responsible for ensuring that data sharing complies with privacy, confidentiality, and regulatory requirements.

Legal Basis for Processing Information

Researchpubx processes information based on one or more of the following lawful grounds:

  • User consent
  • Contractual obligations
  • Legitimate publishing interests
  • Compliance with legal requirements
  • Protection of scholarly integrity

Information is processed only to the extent necessary for legitimate publishing and operational purposes.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

Researchpubx does not sell personal information.

Information may be shared when necessary with:

  • Editors and reviewers involved in manuscript evaluation
  • Publishing and production partners
  • Indexing and abstracting services
  • Technology and hosting providers
  • Regulatory or legal authorities where required by law

All third-party service providers are expected to maintain appropriate confidentiality and security standards.

Cookies and Website Analytics

Researchpubx may use cookies and similar technologies to improve website functionality and user experience.

Cookies may help us:

  • Maintain website performance
  • Understand visitor interactions
  • Remember user preferences
  • Analyze website traffic and usage patterns

Users may adjust browser settings to manage or disable cookies, although certain website features may be affected.

Data Security

Researchpubx implements reasonable technical, administrative, and organizational safeguards to protect information against:

  • Unauthorized access
  • Accidental loss
  • Misuse
  • Disclosure
  • Alteration
  • Destruction

While we strive to maintain secure systems, no method of electronic transmission or storage can guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

Researchpubx retains information for as long as necessary to:

  • Maintain publication records
  • Preserve the scholarly record
  • Fulfill contractual obligations
  • Comply with legal requirements
  • Support ongoing editorial and publishing activities

Published articles, associated metadata, and archival records may be retained indefinitely as part of the permanent scholarly record.

International Data Transfers

As an international scholarly publisher, Researchpubx serves authors, reviewers, editors, and readers from multiple countries.

Information may be processed, stored, or transferred across jurisdictions where necessary for publication, editorial management, hosting, archiving, and operational purposes.

Appropriate safeguards are applied to protect information during such transfers.

Your Rights

Subject to applicable laws and regulations, individuals may have the right to:

  • Access their personal information
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of certain information
  • Restrict processing under specific circumstances
  • Object to certain uses of personal information
  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

Requests may be submitted through the contact information provided below.

Children's Privacy

Researchpubx services are intended primarily for researchers, academics, professionals, and adults engaged in scholarly activities.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate authorization and legal basis.

Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to external websites, repositories, indexing platforms, and third-party services.

Researchpubx is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of external websites. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of any third-party services they access.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

Researchpubx may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in legal requirements, publishing practices, technology, or organizational operations.

Updated versions will be posted on this page with the revised effective date.

Continued use of Researchpubx services after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact the Researchpubx Editorial Office using the contact details available on our website.

Researchpubx remains committed to protecting privacy, maintaining transparency, and supporting responsible scholarly communication for the global research community.