Introduction
At PYMINDS International Journal, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your data when you use our website, submit articles, join our newsletter, or sign up for our mini-courses.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, and other details you provide when registering, submitting articles, signing up for the newsletter, or joining the mini-courses waitlist.
- Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited, collected automatically via cookies and analytics tools.
- Submission Data: Article content, metadata, and related information submitted to the journal.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Manage your account and provide access to our services (e.g., article submissions, course waitlist).
- Send newsletters, updates, and promotional materials (with your consent).
- Improve our website and services through analytics and user feedback.
- Communicate with you about submissions, courses, or inquiries.
- Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.
Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. These include:
- Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality (e.g., session management).
- Analytics Cookies: Track usage patterns to improve our services.
- Preference Cookies: Save your settings, such as dark mode.
You can manage cookie preferences via our cookie banner. Disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with:
- Service Providers: Third parties for email delivery (e.g., Mailchimp), analytics (e.g., Google Analytics), or hosting, bound by confidentiality agreements.
- Legal Authorities: If required by law or to protect our rights.
- Reviewers/Editors: Limited submission data for peer review, anonymized where possible.
Data Security
We implement industry-standard measures to protect your data, including:
- Encryption (e.g., HTTPS, SSL) for data transmission.
- Secure servers with access controls.
- Regular security audits and updates.
However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
- Correction: Update inaccurate information.
- Deletion: Request removal of your data, subject to legal obligations.
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from newsletters or marketing emails.
- Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data in certain cases.
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@pyminds.com.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If we learn such data has been collected, we will delete it promptly. Contact us if you believe we have collected data from a child under 13.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page, and we may notify you via email or website announcements. Check this page periodically for the latest version.
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Last updated: April 18, 2025
