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Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Global Citation ("the Publisher", "we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, processes, and protects personal data in connection with its website, services, and scholarly publishing activities.


At Global Citation, we are committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of our authors, reviewers, editors, and website users. We ensure that all personal data is handled in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), where applicable.


Information We Collect

The publisher processes the following types of data:


a. Information Provided by Users

  • Name, email address and contact information
  • Affiliation and professional information
  • Account registration details
  • Manuscript submissions and related communication

b. Information Collected Automatically

  • IP address and device information
  • Browser type and usage data
  • Cookies and tracking technologies

c. Third Party Data

  • Data supplied by Reviewers or Authors
  • Other publicly accessible professional data (e.g., publications)

Purpose of Data Processing

We collect and use personal data to:

  • Managing submission and peer review processes
  • Contacting authors, reviewers and editors
  • Providing access to open-access content and publishing services
  • Enhancing website features and experience
  • Adhering to legal and ethical responsibilities

Personal data is processed only for specified, legitimate, and lawful purposes. Personal data may also be used to support the dissemination and accessibility of open-access scholarly content.


Legal Basis for Processing

The publisher uses personal data for:

  • Consent provided by users
  • Necessity for the performance of a contract (e.g., publishing process)
  • Legitimate interests (e.g., to improve services, ensure security)
  • Legal obligations where applicable

Data Sharing and Disclosure

Personal data may be shared with:

  • Editors, reviewers, and editorial staff involved in publishing processes
  • Third-party providers including website hosting, submission and analytics
  • Indexing and abstracting services
  • Authorities as required

We require all third parties to adhere to data protection principles.


International Data Transfers

Data may be stored and processed in jurisdictions other than the user's location. Appropriate safeguards are implemented where required to ensure data protection.


Data Retention

Personal data is only kept for as long as necessary to:

  • Achieve the purposes set out in this policy
  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
  • Preserve the integrity of research

Data may be retained for longer periods where necessary to preserve the integrity of the scholarly record.


Data Security

The publisher takes appropriate technical and organisational steps to secure personal data, such as:

  • Data encryption and access controls
  • Prevention of access, disclosure or loss
  • Proactive monitoring and maintenance

However, no system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.


Open Access Policy

All journals published by Global Citation operate under an open-access model. This ensures that all published research is freely accessible to readers worldwide without subscription barriers, supporting the broad dissemination of scholarly knowledge.


User Rights

Data protection laws may give users the right to:

  • The right to access personal data
  • The right to amend inaccurate or incomplete data
  • The right to request the erasure of data (where applicable)
  • The right to restrict or object to processing
  • The right to data portability
  • The right to withdraw consent at any time

Requests may be submitted via the publisher's contact details, and will be handled in accordance with applicable laws.


Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Cookies and other technologies may be used on the website to:

  • Improve functionality and performance
  • Track users and understand user behaviour
  • Enhance user experience

Cookies may include session and analytical cookies. Users can manage or disable cookies through their browser settings or applicable consent tools.


Third-Party Services

This website may contain links to other services or websites.

  • We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites.
  • We recommend that users read the privacy statements of websites.

Children's Privacy

We do not knowingly gather personal data from anyone under 13 years of age, in compliance with the U.S. Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). Such data will be deleted in accordance with applicable laws.


Changes to this Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be amended by the publisher from time to time.

  • Updates will be posted on this page
  • Continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

Contact Information

Any inquiries, complaints or requests concerning this Privacy Policy, personal data or other matters should be addressed to the publisher as indicated on the website.


The publisher takes privacy seriously and is transparent about how it handles data. This Privacy Policy reflects the publisher's commitment to responsible data handling, transparency and adherence to international data protection guidelines.