Declaración de Privacidad

We are fully committed to protecting the personal data of our authors, reviewers, readers, and other users. This privacy statement aims to provide detailed information about the procedures employed for the collection, storage, use, and protection of personal data provided through our open-access platform.

Personal Data Processing

In accordance with the applicable legislation on personal data protection, particularly the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union, we inform both registered and non-registered users that the data collected will be processed for the purpose of managing the editorial process and ensuring the proper publication and dissemination of scientific articles in open access.

The processing of personal data has the following specific purposes:

  • Editorial management: Personal data is essential for the proper management of the stages of reception, evaluation, publication, and dissemination of scientific articles.

  • Communication with authors, reviewers, and editors: The collected information is used to maintain fluid communication between the different actors in the editorial process.

  • Dissemination of news: Users' contact data will be used, with consent, to inform them about news, updates, and communications related to the journal's activities.

Data Collection

As part of the journal's activities, different types of personal data are collected, depending on the user's role on the platform:

  • Authors: When submitting a manuscript, information such as full name, institutional affiliation, email address, and other relevant details for proper identification of the author(s) is required.

  • Reviewers: To ensure the peer review process, personal information is collected from reviewers, including details like name, email address, affiliation, and areas of expertise.

  • Readers: Non-registered users can access the content without providing personal data. However, those wishing to subscribe to notifications, newsletters, or alerts must provide their email address.

  • Web Navigation: The use of cookies and tracking technologies is limited to improving the user experience and analyzing traffic metrics, without collecting personal data without the user's knowledge.

Use of Data and Third-Party Transfer

The collected information will be used exclusively for the purposes described above and will not be transferred to third parties unless legally required. The journal strictly adheres to the principles of data minimization and limitation of use, ensuring that only the data strictly necessary for achieving the legitimate purposes of the journal is collected.

Data Security

We adopt all necessary technical and organizational measures to ensure the security of personal data and prevent its loss, alteration, unauthorized access, or misuse. These measures include:

  • Data encryption: Sensitive information transmitted through our platforms is protected using advanced encryption techniques.

  • Restricted access: Only authorized personnel can access personal data, and such access is limited to the performance of specific functions related to the journal's management.

User Rights

Users have the full right to exercise, at any time, the rights granted by applicable regulations regarding the protection of their personal data. These rights include:

  • Right of access: The interested party has the right to request information about the personal data the journal has collected about them.

  • Right of rectification: The right to correct any incorrect or outdated data.

  • Right of erasure: In certain cases, the user may request the deletion of their data, provided there is no legal obligation to retain it.

  • Right to object: The user may object to the use of their personal data for certain purposes, such as receiving newsletters.

To exercise any of these rights, users should contact us via email at: revistasugr@ugr.es

Changes to the Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this privacy statement when necessary to comply with regulatory changes or new features of the journal. Any significant changes will be communicated to users through visible announcements on the platform and/or email communications.

Contact

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the processing of your personal data, or if you wish to exercise your rights, please contact us via email at: revistasugr@ugr.es