Privacy Policy

The journal EKTU Journal of Architectural and Construction Sciences values the privacy of all its users, including authors, reviewers, editors, and readers. This Privacy Policy explains how personal data is collected, stored, and used in connection with the journal’s activities.

Collection and Use of Personal Data:

• Personal data, such as names, email addresses, institutional affiliations, and manuscript submissions, is collected only for journal-related purposes.
• Data is used to manage manuscript submission, peer review, publication, editorial communication, and journal-related announcements.
• Personal information is not shared with third parties for marketing purposes.

Data Security and Retention:

• The journal implements appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse.
• Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal requirements.

User Rights:

• Users have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of their personal data.
• Users may submit requests for access to, correction of, or deletion of their personal data through the journal’s editorial contact channels.

Cookies and Tracking:

• The journal website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance user experience and monitor website performance.
• Collected information through cookies is anonymous and not linked to personal data.

By using the journal’s services, website, or submitting manuscripts, users consent to the collection and processing of personal data as described in this Privacy Policy.