1. Introduction

The scientific and practical journal Acta Education is committed to protecting the personal data of its authors, reviewers, editors, readers, and website users. This Privacy Policy explains how personal data are collected, used, shared, protected, and stored when interacting with the journal and its online platform.

The journal complies with applicable data protection laws and follows international best practices in academic publishing and information security. By using the journal platform, users agree to this policy.


2. Data We Collect

The journal may collect different types of data to manage the publication process and improve services.

2.1. User-provided data

Authors

  • full name;
  • email;
  • phone number;
  • postal address;
  • affiliation;
  • position;
  • ORCID ID;
  • academic degree;
  • biography.

Reviewers

  • name;
  • email;
  • affiliation;
  • expertise;
  • ORCID;
  • review communication.

Editors

  • name;
  • position;
  • affiliation;
  • contact details;
  • academic title.

Users

  • name;
  • username;
  • email;
  • organization;
  • interests.

2.2. Automatically collected data

  • IP address;
  • browser;
  • OS;
  • pages visited;
  • time;
  • device;
  • referral;
  • general location.

2.3. Cookies

Cookies are used for functionality and user experience.


3. Use of Data

Data are used for:

  • manuscript processing;
  • communication;
  • peer review;
  • metadata creation;
  • DOI and indexing;
  • platform improvement;
  • notifications;
  • archiving;
  • legal compliance.

4. Legal Basis

Data are processed based on:

  • consent;
  • publication agreements;
  • legal obligations;
  • legitimate interests.

5. Data Sharing

Publications

Author data may be published.

Peer Review

Double-blind review ensures confidentiality.

Third parties

Data may be shared with service providers.

Legal

Data may be disclosed if required.


6. Data Security

Security measures are applied.


7. Data Retention

Data are retained as necessary.


8. User Rights

Users may:

  • access;
  • correct;
  • delete;
  • restrict processing;
  • withdraw consent.

9. Cookies

Used for functionality and analytics.


10. External Links

The journal is not responsible for external sites.


11. Updates

Policy may be updated.


12. Contact

Users may contact the editorial office.


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