Privacy Statement

The data collected from registered and non-registered users of the Engineering and Sustainability Journal (ESJ) falls within the scope of the standard functioning of peer-reviewed journals. This information is essential for communication, the peer-review process, and the dissemination of research.

The names and email addresses entered in this journal site will be used exclusively for the stated purposes of this journal and will not be made available for any other purpose or to any other party.

1) Data Collection and Usage

The ESJ collects personal information (such as names, email addresses, institutional affiliations, and ORCID iDs) exclusively for the following purposes:

  • Processing, reviewing, and publishing submitted manuscripts.
  • Notifying readers of new issues and journal announcements.
  • Internal tracking of readership and geographical reach to improve journal impact.

2) Use of Google Analytics

The ESJ uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google, LLC. This service helps us understand how our readers and authors interact with the platform to improve the user experience and monitor the global impact of our published research.

  • Cookies: Google Analytics uses "cookies" to help the website analyze how users use the site.
  • Data Transmission: Information generated by the cookie (including your IP address) is transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States.
  • Anonymization: We have activated IP Anonymization on this website. Your IP address will be shortened by Google within the area of Member States of the European Union or other parties to the Agreement on the European Economic Area before being transmitted.
  • Opt-Out: You may refuse the use of cookies via your browser settings or by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.

3) Data Security & Storage

Our platform, powered by Open Journal Systems (OJS), utilizes industry-standard security measures to protect your data. Personal information will not be sold, traded, or shared with third parties for marketing purposes. Data is only shared with service providers necessary for publication (e.g., Crossref for DOIs or indexing databases) and only to the extent required for these professional services.

4) Your Rights

Under international data protection regulations (including General Data Protection Regulation {GDPR}), users have the right to:

  • Access and Rectification: View and update your personal profile at any time via your dashboard.
  • The Right to be Forgotten: Request the deletion of your account and personal data, provided it does not conflict with the integrity of the published scholarly record.
  • Data Portability: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

For inquiries regarding data privacy, please contact the editorial office at general.editor@esjournal.org.