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 used for the collection, storage, use, and protection of personal data provided through our open-access platform.

Processing of Personal Data

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

The processing of personal data serves the following specific purposes:

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

  • Contact with authors, reviewers, and editors: The collected information is used to maintain smooth communication among the various actors in the editorial process.

  • Dissemination of updates: Contact data of registered users is used, with consent, to inform about updates, changes, and communications related to the journal's activities.

Data Collection

As part of the journal’s activities, various types of personal data are collected, which vary 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 data is required for the proper identification of the author(s).

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

  • Readers: Non-registered users can access 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 enhancing the user experience and analyzing traffic metrics, without collecting personal data without the user’s knowledge.

Use of Data and Third-Party Transfers

The collected information will only be used for the purposes described above and will not be transferred to third parties, except in cases where there is a legal obligation to do so. The journal strictly adheres to the principles of data minimization and limitation, ensuring that only the data strictly necessary for the legitimate purposes of the journal are 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 circulating through our platforms is protected by advanced encryption techniques.

  • Restricted access: Only authorized personnel can access personal data, and access is limited to performing specific tasks related to managing the journal.

User Rights

Users have the full right to exercise, at any time, the rights granted to them under current data protection legislation. These rights include:

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

  • Right of rectification: Incorrect or outdated data can be corrected.

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

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

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us 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 journal features. Any significant changes will be communicated to users through visible announcements on the platform and/or email notifications.

Contact

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