The Journal of Environmental Sciences and Sustainability (JESS) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of its authors, reviewers, editorial members, and readers. This Privacy Statement outlines how JESS collects, uses, stores, and safeguards personal information in accordance with ethical standards and applicable privacy regulations.

1. Collection of Information

JESS may collect personal information, including but not limited to:

  • Names, email addresses, and institutional affiliations of authors, reviewers, and editorial board members.

  • Contact information provided for correspondence related to manuscript submissions, peer review, and publication.

  • Data related to submissions, reviews, editorial decisions, and journal communications.

2. Use of Information

Personal information is used exclusively for purposes related to the operation of the journal, including:

  • Managing manuscript submission, peer review, and publication processes.

  • Communicating editorial decisions, updates, and announcements.

  • Maintaining records of editorial and peer review activities to uphold ethical and quality standards.

3. Confidentiality

  • JESS ensures that all personal information is treated with strict confidentiality.

  • Identities of reviewers are protected during the double-blind peer review process.

  • Manuscript content and associated data are shared only with authorized editorial staff, reviewers, and authors as required for publication.

  • Personal information will not be disclosed to third parties without explicit consent, except as required by law.

4. Data Security

JESS employs reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

5. Consent

By submitting a manuscript, registering as a reviewer, or participating in the editorial process, individuals consent to the collection and use of their personal information as described in this Privacy Statement.

6. Rights of Individuals

Participants have the right to:

  • Request access to their personal data held by the journal.

  • Request correction of inaccurate or outdated information.

  • Withdraw consent for certain uses of their data, noting that this may impact participation in journal activities.

7. Updates to Privacy Statement

JESS may update this Privacy Statement to reflect changes in legal requirements, journal practices, or technological developments. All updates will be posted on the journal’s official website.