Privacy Policy

Introduction

At tResearch, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Policy explains what we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have.

This page is informational and not legal advice.

Information We Collect

• Account & Contact: name, email, affiliation, and profile details you provide when registering, submitting, or contacting us.
• Manuscript & Submission Data: article files, metadata, declarations (e.g., conflicts of interest, funding), and peer-review communications.
• Usage & Device: IP address, pages viewed, timestamps, referrers, and browser/device info for security and analytics.
• Cookies/Similar Tech: preferences, session identifiers, and analytics signals. See “Cookies” below.

How We Use Your Information

• Provide, operate, and improve our publishing services and websites.
• Facilitate submission, peer review, editing, production, and publication.
• Communicate about updates, workflows, opportunities, and service notices.
• Protect against fraud, abuse, and security incidents; comply with legal obligations.
• Perform aggregated analytics to improve quality and user experience.

Cookies & Similar Technologies

We use essential cookies for core functionality (e.g., login/session) and optional analytics cookies to understand traffic and performance. You can control cookies via your browser settings. Disabling some cookies may affect site features.

Lawful Basis for Processing

• Contract: to deliver requested publishing services.
• Legitimate Interests: to ensure platform security, improve services, and communicate important updates.
• Consent: for optional communications and certain analytics where required; you can withdraw consent at any time.
• Legal Obligation: to comply with applicable laws and requests.

How We Share Information

We do not sell personal data. We may share limited information with:

• Editors, reviewers, and production partners to support the publishing workflow.
• Service providers (e.g., hosting, security, analytics) under appropriate safeguards.
• Institutions or funders when required for compliance or reporting.
• Authorities or third parties when required by law or to protect rights and safety.

Data Security

We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal data. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure; we continuously improve our controls.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes described above, to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Submission and publication records may be kept for archival and integrity purposes.

Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or restrict processing of your personal data, and to object or request portability. You may also have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

To exercise your rights, contact us at [email protected].

International Transfers

We may process data in countries other than your own. Where applicable, we use appropriate safeguards (e.g., contractual clauses) to protect your information when transferred internationally.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are intended for academic and professional use and are not directed to children. If you believe a child has provided us personal data, contact us to request deletion.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time. Material changes will be posted here with a new “Last updated” date. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

Contact Us

Questions or requests about this Policy can be sent to [email protected].