Privacy Statement

The ATUPA Journal is committed to protecting the privacy of all users of our journal platform, including authors, reviewers, editors, and readers.

1. Personal Data Collection and Use
We collect and store personal information such as names, affiliations, email addresses, and professional profiles solely for the purposes of managing the journal's editorial processes, including manuscript submission, peer review, editorial decisions, and publication. This information is not used for commercial purposes or shared with third parties without consent, except as required by law.

2. Use of Cookies
Our website may use cookies to enhance user experience and track site usage data. Users may adjust browser settings to disable cookies if desired, although this may affect site functionality.

3. Data Access and Security
Only authorized editorial staff have access to user data, and appropriate technical and organizational measures are in place to protect this information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.

4. Reviewer Anonymity
We respect the confidentiality of the peer review process. Reviewer identities are kept anonymous in a double-blind review process, unless explicitly agreed otherwise.

5. Email Communication
Email addresses provided to the journal will only be used for journal-related communication. Users may opt out of non-essential communication at any time.

6. Third-Party Services
If any third-party tools or platforms (e.g., manuscript submission systems or DOI services) are used, users' data may be shared with those providers solely to support journal operations, and only under agreements that ensure data protection.

7. Policy Updates
We reserve the right to revise this Privacy Statement as needed. Any updates will be posted on the journal website.

For any questions or concerns regarding your privacy or personal data, please contact the editorial office at papers@atupa-sec.org