Privacy Statement

This privacy statement applies to the website of the Journal of Psychology & Education (the “Journal”), operated by Nova Science Culture Communication Co., Limited (the “Publisher”). We are committed to protecting the privacy and security of the personal data you provide to us. This statement explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information in compliance with the Hong Kong Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (Cap. 486) and other applicable data protection laws.
 

1. Collection of Personal Data

 
We may collect the following personal data from you when you use our website, register an account, submit a manuscript, or act as a reviewer:
 
  • Full name, professional title, and affiliation
  • Email address and contact telephone number
  • ORCID iD (if provided)
  • Manuscript content, author contributions, and related submission materials
  • Any other information you voluntarily provide to us
 

2. Purposes of Use

 
Your personal data will be used exclusively for the following purposes related to the operation of the Journal:
 
  • Managing user accounts and authentication
  • Processing manuscript submissions, peer review, and editorial decisions
  • Communicating with authors, reviewers, and editors regarding submissions and publications
  • Sending important notifications, such as reminders, updates, and confirmation emails
  • Complying with legal, regulatory, or archival requirements
 
Your personal data will not be used for direct marketing, nor will it be disclosed to any third party for commercial purposes, without your explicit written consent.
 

3. Disclosure of Personal Data

 
We may share your personal data with the following parties only to the extent necessary for the purposes stated above:
 
  • Members of the Journal’s editorial board and peer reviewers (only relevant to the review process)
  • Our technical service providers who assist in operating the Journal’s website and systems
  • Regulatory authorities or law enforcement agencies when required by law
 

4. Data Security

 
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. Access to personal data is restricted to authorized personnel only.
 

5. Your Rights

 
You have the right to:
 
  • Request access to or correction of your personal data held by us
  • Withdraw your consent to the use of your personal data (where applicable)
  • Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal and operational constraints
 
To exercise these rights, please contact us at editorial@novasciencepress.com.
 

6. Changes to this Statement

 
We may update this privacy statement from time to time. The latest version will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review it periodically.