Privacy Statement

Economic Trends and Business Review (ETBR) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of its users, including authors, reviewers, and readers. This Privacy Statement outlines how personal data is collected, used, stored, and protected when interacting with the journal's website, submission system, and related services.

1. Data Collection:

  • Personal Information: When authors, reviewers, or users register or submit a manuscript to ETBR, certain personal information may be collected. This includes names, email addresses, institutional affiliations, and other contact details necessary for communication regarding submissions and reviews.

  • Usage Data: The journal may also collect non-personally identifiable information about how users interact with the website, such as IP addresses, browser types, and pages visited. This data is used to improve the user experience and analyze site usage trends.

  • Cookies: ETBR may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance the user experience and analyze website traffic. Cookies help to track user preferences and improve functionality on the journal’s platform. Users can manage cookie preferences through their browser settings.

2. Use of Personal Information:

  • Manuscript Submission and Peer Review: Personal data collected during manuscript submission is used to manage the submission, review, and publication process. This includes communicating with authors and reviewers, assigning reviewers, and providing status updates regarding manuscript decisions.

  • Communication: The personal contact information provided is used to communicate with users regarding manuscript status, editorial decisions, and any administrative matters related to the journal.

  • Promotional Communications: If users have opted-in, their contact information may be used to send updates, newsletters, or information about upcoming issues or events related to ETBR. Users may opt-out of these communications at any time.

3. Data Protection:

  • Security Measures: ETBR takes appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect the personal data of authors, reviewers, and readers. This includes encrypting sensitive data, securing online systems, and ensuring that personal data is stored in a protected environment.

  • Access Restrictions: Access to personal data is restricted to authorized personnel who need it to perform their job functions, such as editorial staff, reviewers, and technical support. All parties involved in the editorial and review processes are bound by confidentiality agreements.

4. Data Sharing:

  • Third-Party Service Providers: ETBR may share personal data with trusted third-party service providers that assist in website management, submission systems, and communication processes. These third parties are contractually obligated to maintain the confidentiality and security of personal data.

  • Legal Requirements: ETBR may disclose personal information if required to do so by law or to comply with a legal process, such as a court order, subpoena, or governmental request.

5. Retention of Data:

  • Data Retention Period: Personal data will be retained for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Statement or as required by law. This may include keeping personal data for a period of time after a manuscript has been submitted, reviewed, or published.

  • Deletion of Data: Upon request, personal data can be deleted or anonymized unless it is required for record-keeping, legal obligations, or other legitimate purposes.

6. User Rights:

  • Access to Data: Users have the right to request access to the personal data ETBR holds about them. Requests for access or information can be made by contacting the journal’s editorial office.

  • Correction and Deletion: Users can request corrections to any inaccurate personal data or request the deletion of their personal data in accordance with applicable laws. However, some data may need to be retained for legitimate business or legal reasons.

  • Opt-Out of Communications: Users can opt out of receiving promotional communications by following the unsubscribe instructions included in the communication or by contacting the editorial office.

7. Changes to the Privacy Statement:

  • ETBR reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Statement at any time. Any changes will be reflected on this page, and the date of the latest revision will be indicated. Users are encouraged to review the Privacy Statement periodically to stay informed about how their data is being protected and used.

8. Contact Information:

  • If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Statement or how your personal data is handled, please contact the ETBR editorial office at the provided contact details on the journal's website.