Privacy Statement

Innovations in Plant and Environmental Sciences Research (IPESR) is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data responsibly. This statement explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information provided by authors, reviewers, subscribers, and website visitors.

1. Data Collection

We may collect personal information, including, but not limited to:

  • Name, email address, affiliation, and contact details.
  • Manuscript submissions, peer review reports, and related communications.
  • Usage data from our website, such as IP addresses and cookies, is used for analytics and site improvement.

2. Purpose of Processing

Your information is collected and used only for legitimate journal-related purposes, including:

  • Managing manuscript submissions and peer review.
  • Communicating with authors, reviewers, and subscribers.
  • Publishing and archiving articles.
  • Complying with legal, ethical, and regulatory requirements.
  • Improving website functionality and user experience.

3. Data Sharing

Personal information will not be sold or rented to third parties. Data may be shared with:

  • Editorial board members and peer reviewers for manuscript evaluation.
  • Service providers assisting with journal operations under strict confidentiality agreements.
  • Legal or regulatory authorities when required by law.

4. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined above or as required by law or ethical guidelines.

5. Security Measures

IPESR implements appropriate technical, administrative, and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you.
  • Request correction, deletion, or restriction of your data.
  • Withdraw consent for data processing at any time.
  • Object to processing or request data portability where applicable.

To exercise any of these rights or for privacy-related inquiries, please contact the editorial office at [insert contact email].

7. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to improve user experience and monitor website performance. No personal data is collected beyond what you voluntarily provide.

8. Updates to This Statement

This Privacy Statement may be updated periodically to reflect changes in law, technology, or journal operations. Updates will be posted on our website, and continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of any changes.