Privacy Statement

At erph, we are fully committed to the protection of 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 the 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, 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 serves 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.
  • Contact with Authors, Reviewers, and Editors: The information collected is used to maintain communication among the various actors in the editorial process.
  • Dissemination of Updates: Contact details of registered users are used, with consent, to inform them of updates, news, and communications related to the journal’s activities.

Data Collection

As part of the activities of the erph journal, various types of personal data are collected, depending on the role of the user on the platform:

  • Authors: When submitting a manuscript, information such as full name, institutional affiliation, email address, and other relevant data necessary for the proper identification of the author(s) is required.
  • Reviewers: To ensure the peer review process, personal information is collected from reviewers, including data such as name, email, affiliation, and areas of expertise.
  • Readers: Unregistered users can access the content without providing personal data. However, those wishing to subscribe to notifications, newsletters, or alerts will need to 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 Transfer to Third Parties

The information collected will be used exclusively for the purposes described above and will not be transferred to third parties, unless there is a legal obligation to do so. erph adheres strictly to the principles of data minimization and usage limitation, ensuring that only the data strictly necessary for achieving the legitimate purposes of the journal is collected.

Data Security

erph adopts all necessary technical and organizational measures to ensure the security of personal data and prevent its loss, alteration, unauthorized access, or improper processing. These measures include:

  • Data Encryption: Sensitive information transmitted through our platforms is protected by advanced encryption techniques.
  • Restricted Access: Only authorized personnel may access personal data, and such access is limited to performing specific functions related to the management of the journal.

User Rights

Users of erph have the full right to exercise, at any time, the rights granted by current 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 erph has collected about them.
  • Right of Rectification: Users may correct any incorrect or outdated data.
  • Right of Deletion: In certain cases, users can request the deletion of their data, provided there is no legal obligation to retain it.
  • Right of Opposition: Users 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 via email at: redaccionerph@ugr.es

Modifications to the Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this privacy statement as necessary to comply with regulatory changes or new features of the journal. Any significant changes will be notified 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, you can contact us at: redaccionerph@ugr.es