Privacy Statement

SATUKATA: Jurnal Sains, Teknik, dan Studi Kemasyarakatan (Journal of Science, Engineering, and Society) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of all individuals involved in the publication process, including authors, reviewers, editors, and readers. This Privacy Statement outlines how personal data is collected, used, and protected.

1. Information Collected

SATUKATA collects the following personal information during the submission and publication process:

  • Author Information: Name, affiliation, email address, ORCID iD (if applicable), and other contact details provided during manuscript submission.

  • Reviewer Information: Name, affiliation, email address, and professional expertise used to assign manuscripts for peer review.

  • Editorial Information: Details of editors involved in the peer review and editorial process, including name and contact information.

2. Use of Personal Information

Personal data collected by SATUKATA is used exclusively for the following purposes:

  • Manuscript Processing: To facilitate the submission, peer review, and publication of manuscripts.

  • Communication: To communicate with authors, reviewers, and editors regarding manuscript submissions, revisions, and publication statuses.

  • Improvement of Services: To improve the journal’s editorial and publishing processes, including administrative tasks related to publication.

3. Confidentiality and Data Protection

SATUKATA ensures that all personal information provided is handled with the utmost confidentiality:

  • Data Access: Personal data is accessible only to the journal's editorial staff, reviewers, and other individuals involved in the manuscript evaluation process.

  • Data Security: We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.

  • Peer Review Process: The peer review process is double-blind, meaning that both authors and reviewers remain anonymous to each other, ensuring privacy and impartiality.

4. Sharing of Personal Information

SATUKATA does not share personal data with third parties outside the editorial and publishing process, unless required by law or as necessary for the proper functioning of the journal. Personal information may be shared with trusted partners for technical support (e.g., hosting, plagiarism detection) but will only be used for the purposes of journal management.

5. Retention of Data

  • SATUKATA retains personal information related to manuscripts and submissions for the duration necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Statement, and in accordance with academic and legal requirements.

  • Data will be archived and stored securely for future reference, ensuring that articles are accessible long-term while adhering to privacy regulations.

6. Authors' Rights and Control

  • Authors, reviewers, and editors have the right to request access to their personal data, request corrections, or request deletion of their information, where applicable. To do so, individuals can contact the editorial office at [journal_email@example.com].

  • Authors can also opt to update or change their contact information via the journal's submission system.

7. Cookies and Tracking

The SATUKATA website may use cookies to enhance user experience by remembering preferences and settings. These cookies do not collect personally identifiable information but may collect data about browsing behavior on the website. Users can disable cookies through their browser settings if preferred.

8. Compliance with Data Protection Regulations

SATUKATA complies with relevant data protection regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for individuals in the European Union, and other applicable privacy laws. We are committed to safeguarding personal data and respecting privacy rights.

9. Changes to the Privacy Statement

SATUKATA reserves the right to update this Privacy Statement periodically. Any changes to the statement will be communicated to the relevant parties and will be posted on the journal’s website.

By submitting to SATUKATA, authors, reviewers, and editors consent to the collection and use of their personal data as described in this Privacy Statement.