Privacy Statement

Kafkasya Journal of Health Sciences is committed to protecting the privacy of its readers, authors, and reviewers. This privacy statement explains how the journal collects, uses, and shares personal information.

1. Information Collected

The journal may collect the following types of information:

  • Author Information: Name, affiliation, email address, ORCID iD, manuscript title, and submission documents.

  • Reviewer Information: Name, affiliation, email address, and peer review reports.

  • Reader Information: Website access data, IP addresses, cookies, and user preferences.

This information is used solely for manuscript processing, communication, and statistical analysis purposes.

2. Use of Information

  • Author and reviewer information is used for the peer review and publication decision-making process.

  • Website usage data is processed anonymously to improve site functionality and produce statistical reports.

  • Personal data will not be shared with third parties, sold, or used for marketing purposes without consent.

3. Cookies

The journal website may use cookies to enhance user experience and analyze site traffic.

  • Cookies do not collect personally identifiable information.

  • Users can manage or disable cookies via their browser settings.

4. Information Sharing

Kafkasya Journal of Health Sciences may share personal information only for publishing, peer review, and scientific communication purposes:

  • Limited sharing within the submission system for editors and reviewers.

  • Disclosure may occur if required by law or in cases of ethical violations, in accordance with COPE guidelines and relevant regulations.

5. Data Security

  • Personal data is stored on secure servers and protected against unauthorized access.

  • The journal implements industry-standard security measures to ensure data confidentiality and integrity.

6. Rights and Contact

  • Users have the right to access, correct, or request the deletion of their personal data.

  • Questions or requests regarding this privacy policy should be directed to: info@kafkasyajournal.com.

7. Policy Updates

  • This privacy policy may be updated periodically.

  • Updated policies will be published on the journal website with the effective date clearly indicated.