Privacy Statement
The Annals of Civil and Environmental Engineering (ACEE) is committed to protecting the privacy of all users—including authors, reviewers, editors, and site visitors. We collect, manage, and store personal data only as needed to support our editorial, peer-review, and publication processes, and in compliance with recognized global data protection standards.
Data We Collect
When you register or interact with our platform, we may collect the following information, strictly for journal-related functions:
- Name, institutional affiliation, and institutional or personal email
- Manuscript metadata (e.g., title, abstract)
- Reviewer reports, editorial decisions, and related correspondence
Purpose of Processing
Personal data is used solely to manage manuscript submissions, facilitate peer review, communicate editorial decisions, and support author services. We do not use personal data for marketing purposes nor sell it to third parties.
Cookies & Analytics
Our website may use cookies and automated analytics tools to enhance usability and improve performance. These mechanisms do not store personally identifiable information unless explicitly provided by you.
Data Sharing
We only share personal data with parties directly involved in the publication process (e.g., peer reviewers, metadata services like CrossRef). All data sharing occurs under strict data protection agreements.
Retention & Security
Personal data is retained only as long as necessary for editorial and legal reasons. We implement access controls, encrypted storage, and regular audits to guard against unauthorized access and data breaches.
Legal Rights & User Options
In compliance with applicable privacy laws, registered users may:
- Access or receive a copy of their stored data
- Request correction or deletion of personal data
- Withdraw consent or object to data processing
- Obtain data in a machine-readable format or request transfer to another system
Sensitive or Minors’ Data
ACEE does not knowingly process data from individuals under 18. For any sensitive or human-subject data, submissions must comply with ethical review standards and anonymization protocols.
Cross-Border Transfers
Data may be processed or stored by service providers in various countries. All transfers are governed by legal safeguards and comply with international privacy regulations.
Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Statement to reflect regulatory changes or operational improvements. The latest version and its “last updated” date will be prominently displayed on our site.
Contact for Data Queries
If you have questions, wish to exercise any data rights, or request deletion of personal data, please reach out to our Privacy Officer at [email protected].