Privacy Statement

ResearchCycles Press is committed to protecting the privacy of authors, reviewers, editors, and visitors who interact with our Open Monograph Press (OMP) platform. All personal information collected during the submission, editorial, and publication processes is treated confidentially and used exclusively for academic and operational purposes related to book and chapter publication.

1. Data Collection

The system collects the following information when users register or submit a manuscript:

  • Name and surname
  • Email address
  • Institutional affiliation
  • ORCID (optional)
  • Country and professional information

2. Use of Data

Personal data will be used solely for:

  • Managing submissions and editorial workflow
  • Communication between authors, editors, and reviewers
  • Publication metadata (authors’ names, affiliation, ORCID, emails if authorized)
  • Indexing and DOI registration via Crossref

3. Data Protection

Personal information will not be sold, shared, or disclosed to third parties, except when required for:

  • DOI assignment and indexing
  • Legal compliance
  • Preservation networks (LOCKSS/CLOCKSS)

4. Reviewer Confidentiality

Reviewer identities are kept strictly confidential during and after the peer-review process.

5. Cookies and Technical Data

The platform uses cookies exclusively to improve user experience and navigation.

6. User Rights (GDPR Compliant)

Users may request at any time:

7. Consent

Registration and submission through this platform imply acceptance of this Privacy Statement. ResearchCycles Press maintains the highest standards of data protection and academic confidentiality.