Privacy Statement

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 25/03/2025

Welcome to SustainabilityReview.org (“we,” “our,” or “us”). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

By using our site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of information:

a) Personal Information:

  • Name, email address, institutional affiliation, and professional details when you submit articles, register, or contact us.

  • Payment information (for publication fees or subscriptions), processed securely via third-party payment providers.

b) Non-Personal Information:

  • Browser type, device type, operating system, IP address, pages visited, and time spent, collected automatically through cookies and analytics tools.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Manage and process article submissions, peer reviews, and publications.

  • Communicate with authors, reviewers, and readers.

  • Improve website functionality and user experience.

  • Comply with legal obligations and prevent fraudulent activities.

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information.
We may share information with:

  • Peer reviewers (only as necessary for the review process, maintaining confidentiality).

  • Publishing partners (e.g., indexing services) if necessary for visibility and accessibility of published work.

  • Legal authorities if required by law.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to:

  • Ensure website functionality.

  • Analyze website traffic via Google Analytics or similar services.

  • Customize user experience.

You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but some parts of the site may not function properly.

5. Data Storage and Security

  • We implement industry-standard measures to protect your information.

  • However, no online transmission is 100% secure. By using our site, you acknowledge and accept this risk.

6. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites. Please review their privacy policies separately.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location (especially if you are located in the EU under GDPR), you may have the right to:

  • Access, correct, update, or delete your personal information.

  • Withdraw consent at any time.

  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

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

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
Changes will be posted on this page, and your continued use of the website constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact:
Email: sustainabilityreviewjournal@gmail.com