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Privacy Statement

Enhanced Smart System (ESS) is committed to protecting the privacy of its readers, authors, reviewers, and editorial members. This Privacy Statement explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard personal information in compliance with relevant data protection laws.

1. Data Collection

We may collect the following personal data:

  • During Registration: Name, email, institutional affiliation, and other account-related details.
  • During Submission: Contact details, manuscript information, and co-author data.
  • For Reviewers: Expertise and peer-review activity.
  • Cookies & Analytics: IP address, browser type, and site usage data for improving website performance.

2. Use of Data

Your data is used to:

  • Manage the editorial and peer-review process.
  • Facilitate communication among authors, reviewers, and editors.
  • Provide journal updates, including calls for papers and announcements.
  • Enhance website functionality and user experience.

Personal data is never sold, rented, or shared without consent, except as legally required.

3. Data Security

We implement strict security measures to protect stored data against unauthorized access and breaches.

4. Data Sharing

Your data may be shared only in these cases:

  • Legal Compliance: When required by law or legal proceedings.
  • Service Providers: Limited data may be shared with vendors assisting with hosting, communication, or system maintenance under confidentiality agreements.

5. Your Rights

Depending on local laws, you may:

  • Request access, updates, or deletion of your personal data.
  • Withdraw consent for data processing where applicable.

Contact: privacy@enhancedsmartsystems.org

6. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary for operational or legal purposes.

7. Cookies Policy

Cookies help improve user experience. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

8. Changes to the Privacy Policy

This policy may be updated periodically. Major changes will be communicated via email or website notifications.

Contact Us:
Email: privacy@enhancedsmartsystems.org
Website: www.enhancedsmartsystems.org/privacy-policy