Privacy Statement

The Pak Advances in Engineering Research Journal (PAERJ) is committed to safeguarding the privacy and confidentiality of its authors, reviewers, readers, and all users interacting with the journal. This privacy statement outlines the collection, use, storage, and protection of personal data to ensure compliance with relevant data protection laws and to maintain trust with all stakeholders.

Key Aspects of the Privacy Statement:

1. Information We Collect:

   • Personal Information: When authors, reviewers, or readers submit manuscripts, register on the journal’s website, or interact with the journal in other ways, we collect personal information such as names, email addresses, institutional affiliations, academic credentials, and contact details.
   • Manuscript and Submission Data: We collect information about manuscripts, including title, abstract, keywords, full text, and other relevant details required to process the submission, peer review, and publication.
   • Website Usage and Cookies: We use cookies and other tracking technologies to collect data on how users interact with the website, allowing us to improve user experience and website functionality.

2. How We Use Your Information:

   • Submission and Review Process: The personal information we collect is used to facilitate the manuscript submission, peer review, and publication process. This includes communicating with authors, reviewers, and editors about submission status, revisions, and final decisions.
   • Communication: We may use email addresses to send notifications about the journal’s activities, such as new issues, calls for papers, updates, and other relevant communications.
   • Website Analytics: We use the data collected through cookies to understand how users interact with the website, which helps us improve the journal’s online platform and services.

3. Data Protection and Security:

   • We implement industry-standard security measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. This includes using secure servers, encryption, and other technologies to safeguard data.
   • Personal information is stored securely and retained for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy statement.

4. Sharing of Personal Information:

   • Peer Review Process: To facilitate the peer review process, we may share personal information such as the names and affiliations of authors and reviewers with editorial board members and peer reviewers. This ensures a smooth and transparent review process.
   • Third Parties: We may share personal information with third-party service providers that assist in managing the journal’s website, manuscript submission systems, and editorial processes. These third parties are obligated to maintain the confidentiality and security of personal data.
   • Legal Compliance: We may disclose personal information in response to legal requests such as subpoenas, court orders, or to comply with applicable laws and regulations. This also includes protecting the rights, property, and safety of the journal, its authors, or its readers.

5. User Rights:

   • Access and Correction: Users have the right to access the personal information we hold about them and request corrections if any data is inaccurate or incomplete.
   • Opting Out of Communications: Users can opt out of receiving non-essential communications (e.g., newsletters, promotional emails) from the journal by following the unsubscribe link included in each communication or by contacting the journal directly.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies:

   • The PAERJ website uses cookies to enhance user experience by remembering preferences, tracking usage, and improving site functionality.
   • Users can manage cookie preferences through their web browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features on the website.

7. Changes to This Privacy Statement:

   • This privacy statement may be updated periodically. When changes are made, the revised statement will be posted on the journal’s website with an updated effective date.
   • Users are encouraged to review this privacy statement regularly to stay informed about how their personal information is being handled.

8. Contact Information:

   • If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this privacy statement or the handling of your personal information, please contact the editorial team at the contact details provided on the journal’s website.

By submitting manuscripts, interacting with the website, or subscribing to communications from PAERJ, users consent to the collection and use of their personal data as described in this privacy statement. PAERJ is committed to protecting the privacy of all its users while maintaining transparency in its data practices.