Privacy Statement

At Scientific Thought Journal (Sci. Thought J.), we are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our authors, readers, and all visitors to our website. This Privacy Statement explains how we collect, use, and safeguard personal information in accordance with best practices and applicable data protection laws.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information that is voluntarily provided to us by our users. This may include:

  • Authors: Information required for manuscript submission, including name, email address, institutional affiliation, ORCID iD, and other contact details.
  • Readers: Information related to user registration (if applicable) or subscription to our newsletters, such as email addresses.
  • Website Visitors: Information automatically collected via cookies and other tracking technologies to enhance user experience, including IP addresses, browsing behavior, and device type.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

  • For Authors: To process manuscript submissions, communicate with authors during the review and publication process, and publish their accepted research in the journal.
  • For Readers: To provide access to published articles, send updates on new issues or publications (if subscribed), and improve user experience on our platform.
  • For Website Visitors: To improve the functionality of our website, analyze trends, and optimize content delivery based on visitor preferences.

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • With Reviewers: For manuscript submission and review, authors may need to provide their personal information (name and email) to potential reviewers. This information is used solely for the purpose of peer review.
  • With Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist in the operation of our journal, such as hosting, analytics, and email services, provided they comply with appropriate data protection standards.
  • Legal Requirements: If required by law or to comply with legal processes, we may disclose your information to authorities.

4. Data Security

We take reasonable precautions to protect the confidentiality and integrity of the personal information we collect. These precautions include implementing technical and organizational measures such as secure servers, encryption, and access controls. However, no method of data transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, but we strive to protect your information to the best of our ability.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance the user experience. Cookies help us remember your preferences and improve the functionality of the website. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use some features of our website.

6. Accessing and Updating Your Information

If you are an author or reader, you may access and update your personal information by logging into your account on our website. If you wish to delete or correct any information, please contact us directly at the provided contact details.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as it is necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Statement, including compliance with legal obligations, resolving disputes, and enforcing our agreements. Once the information is no longer needed, it will be securely deleted or anonymized.

8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites that are not operated by Scientific Thought Journal (Sci. Thought J.). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

9. Changes to This Privacy Statement

We reserve the right to modify or update this Privacy Statement at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Statement periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your personal information.