Personal Data Protection and Privacy Policy

Last Updated: July 26, 2021

Visagaa Publishing House respects the privacy of its users and is committed to protecting personal data collected via its journal websites and services. This policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and disclose your personal information.

1. Information Collection

1.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal details (e.g., name, email, phone number, address, institution, ORCID iD, etc.) during:

• Account registration
• Manuscript submission
• Peer review and editorial participation
• Event or conference participation

This information is used for processing submissions, communications, peer review, and publication. You can opt-out of reviewer invitations by emailing info@visagaapublishing.com.

1.2 Technical Information

When you visit our websites, we collect your IP address, referring URLs, device/browser details, clickstream data, and page interactions to analyze usage and improve site performance.

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies (session and persistent) and similar technologies to enhance your user experience, such as remembering login sessions and analyzing site usage.

You may disable cookies via your browser settings. However, some features may not function properly.

2. Information Use and Disclosure

2.1 Author and Editor Data

Personal data is used for editorial processes, communication, APC payments, and publishing. Published articles will display author names, affiliations, ORCID iDs, and contact emails.

2.2 Disclosure to Third Parties

• Editors, reviewers, and curators (e.g., for review or copyediting)
• Preprint partners (if selected)
• Indexing and archiving partners (e.g., XML metadata)
• Service providers (e.g., payment gateways, hosting)

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.

3. Information Retention

We retain personal data as long as your account is active or required for our services or legal obligations.

4. Information Protection

While internet transmissions are not completely secure, we implement physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect your data using encryption, firewalls, and secure access protocols.

5. Third-Party Websites

Our websites may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites. Please review their privacy policies separately.

6. Email Communication

We may send newsletters, alerts, and publication-related emails. You can unsubscribe using the links in the email or by contacting info@visagaapublishing.com.

7. Policy Updates

This policy may be updated periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.

8. Your Rights

8.1 Request to Delete

You may request deletion of your personal data by emailing info@visagaapublishing.com. However, data may be retained for legal or archival reasons.

8.2 Access and Correction

Registered users may request access or correction of their personal data at the same email address.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our services are intended for users aged 18 and above. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

10. Contact Us

For any queries related to this privacy policy, contact us at: info@visagaapublishing.com.