Privacy Statement

The Computers and Education Letters (CEL) journal is committed to safeguarding the privacy and confidentiality of all its authors, reviewers, readers, and other users who interact with the journal. This Privacy Statement outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information in accordance with relevant data protection laws and best practices. We strive to ensure that all individuals’ privacy is respected and that their personal data is handled securely and responsibly.

Key Aspects of the Privacy Statement:

  1. Information We Collect:

    • Personal Information: When authors, reviewers, readers, or other users submit manuscripts, register on the journal’s website, or engage in activities related to the journal, we collect personal information such as names, email addresses, institutional affiliations, academic credentials, and contact details.
    • Manuscript and Submission Data: We collect details about manuscripts, including titles, abstracts, keywords, full text, and other necessary information to process submissions, peer reviews, and publications.
    • Website Usage and Cookies: We use cookies and tracking technologies to gather data on how users interact with the CEL website, including pages viewed, time spent on the site, and other engagement metrics. This helps us improve the website experience.

  2. How We Use Your Information:

    • Submission and Peer Review Process: The personal data collected is used to facilitate manuscript submission, the peer review process, and publication management. This includes communications regarding the status of submissions, review feedback, editorial decisions, and final publication.
    • Communication: We may use personal contact information to send relevant communications, such as notifications of submission status, calls for papers, issue alerts, and other important updates related to the journal’s activities.
    • Website Analytics: The data collected through cookies and other tracking technologies is used to improve the performance and user experience of the website. This data also helps us understand how users interact with the content on the site and identify areas for improvement.

  3. Data Protection and Security:

    • CEL implements robust security measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. This includes secure servers, encryption, and other standard security protocols.
    • Personal information is stored securely and only retained for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Statement and to comply with legal requirements.

  4. Sharing of Personal Information:

    • Peer Review Process: To facilitate the peer review process, personal information such as the authors’ and reviewers’ names and affiliations may be shared with editorial board members, reviewers, and other parties involved in the manuscript evaluation.
    • Service Providers: We may share personal data with third-party service providers that assist with the journal’s operations, including manuscript management, website hosting, and editorial services. These providers are contractually required to safeguard personal data.
    • Legal Compliance: In certain situations, we may be required to disclose personal data to comply with legal obligations or respond to valid legal requests, such as subpoenas or court orders.

  5. Your 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 (such as newsletters or marketing emails) by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in the emails or by contacting the editorial team directly.
    • Data Deletion: If you no longer wish to have your personal data retained by CEL, you can request its deletion, subject to legal and administrative requirements.

  6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies:

    • CEL’s website uses cookies to improve user experience, such as remembering your preferences and tracking site usage. Cookies are small data files stored on users' devices.
    • You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings, but doing so may affect your experience on the website.

  7. Changes to This Privacy Statement:

    • CEL may update this Privacy Statement from time to time. Any changes will be posted on the journal’s website with an updated effective date. We encourage users to review this Privacy Statement periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

  8. Contact Information:

    • If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Statement or the handling of your personal data, please contact the editorial team via the contact details available on the CEL website.

By engaging with the Computers and Education Letters journal, whether as an author, reviewer, or reader, you consent to the collection and use of your personal information as described in this Privacy Statement. CEL is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data throughout your interaction with the journal.