Privacy Statement

The International Journal on Physical Education Chronicle: Insights of Kinesthetics, Sports & Nutrition (IJPEC) is committed to safeguarding the privacy and personal data of all authors, reviewers, editors, and visitors who interact with our journal. This Privacy Statement outlines how we collect, process, store, and protect your information in accordance with applicable data protection regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Data Collection

We may collect personal information such as:

  • Name, institutional affiliation, and professional details
  • Email address and contact information
  • Manuscripts, review reports, and related academic submissions
  • Technical information when visiting our website (e.g., IP address, browser type, cookies, usage data)

2. Purpose of Data Use

Your personal data is used solely for legitimate academic and operational purposes, including:

  • Editorial review, peer-review, and publication processes
  • Communication regarding journal activities and updates
  • Maintaining records of submissions, reviews, and editorial decisions
  • Ensuring compliance with publishing ethics and best practices

We will never sell, trade, or disclose your personal data to third parties for commercial purposes.

3. Data Storage and Security

All personal data is stored securely with appropriate technical and organizational measures in place to prevent unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.

4. Data Retention

We retain your data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this statement, or as required by law, academic record-keeping, or publishing standards.

5. Your Rights

In accordance with GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Request correction or deletion of your data
  • Restrict or object to certain types of data processing
  • Withdraw your consent at any time (where applicable)
  • Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority

6. Consent

By submitting a manuscript, acting as a reviewer, or otherwise engaging with IJPEC, you consent to the collection and processing of your personal data as described in this Privacy Statement.

7. Contact Information

For any questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Statement or your data, please contact us at:

International Journal on Physical Education Chronicle: Insights of Kinesthetics, Sports & Nutrition (IJPEC)

Mail: journal@pechronicle.com

Website: www.pechronicle.com