Privacy Policy

Loreto College Academic Press (LCAP) is committed to protecting the privacy, confidentiality, and personal data of our authors, reviewers, editors, and readers. This policy outlines how we handle your information in accordance with scholarly publishing ethics and data protection standards.

1. Information Collection

We collect information necessary to maintain the integrity of the academic record and facilitate the publishing process.

• Personal Data: When you register or submit work, we collect your name, institutional affiliation, email address, and ORCID iD.
• Technical Data: We automatically collect non-identifiable data such as browser type, IP address, and page engagement to optimize website performance and user experience.

2. Use of Information

LCAP uses collected information strictly for academic and operational purposes:

• Managing the peer-review workflow and manuscript submissions.
• Communicating with contributors regarding publication status.
• Generating anonymous usage statistics to track the reach of our open-access content.
• Maintaining a permanent and transparent academic record.

Note: We do not sell or use your personal data for commercial marketing.

3. Data Security & Confidentiality

• Anonymity: We uphold strict confidentiality during the peer-review process to protect the identities of both authors and reviewers where applicable.
• Storage: Manuscripts and personal files are stored on secure servers and are accessible only to authorized editorial staff.
• Third-Party Disclosure: We do not share your data with third parties except for essential publishing services (e.g., DOI registration via Crossref or plagiarism detection) or when required by law.

4. Cookies and Tracking

Our platform uses cookies to maintain secure sessions and improve site navigation. You may choose to disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may limit your ability to use certain features of the submission system.

5. User Rights

As a member of our academic community, you have the right to:

• Access & Update: View and correct your profile information at any time.
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your personal data held by the Press.
• Withdrawal: Request the deletion of your account (subject to the requirements of maintaining the permanent scholarly record of published works).

Policy Updates

LCAP may periodically update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in technology or legal requirements. All updates will be published directly to this page.

Contact Us: For any queries regarding your data or our privacy practices, please contact the Editorial Office of Loreto College Academic Press.