Privacy Statement

Horizon Multidisciplinary Scientific Journal places the highest importance on the protection of personal data and operates in compliance with international data protection standards, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union. The journal is committed to ensuring that personal data of users (authors, reviewers, readers, and editorial board members) are processed in a secure, transparent, and lawful manner.

1. Data Collection and Legal Basis

The journal may collect the following categories of personal data:

  • Name, surname, and contact details (email address, affiliation, position)
  • ORCID iD and academic profile information
  • Data related to manuscript submission and peer review processes
  • Technical data (IP address, browser information, etc.)

The processing of personal data is based on the following legal grounds:

  • Contractual necessity (Article 6(1)(b) GDPR): for managing submission and publication processes
  • Legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR): for organizing and improving journal operations
  • Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR): where explicit user consent is required

2. Purpose of Data Processing

Collected personal data are used for the following purposes:

  • Managing manuscript submission, review, and publication processes
  • Facilitating communication between authors, reviewers, and editors
  • Ensuring quality control and integrity of the publication process
  • Conducting statistical analysis and improving journal performance

3. Data Storage and Security

The journal implements appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure the security of personal data. Data are retained only for as long as necessary for:

  • Publication and archiving purposes
  • Compliance with legal and ethical obligations
  • Ensuring continuity of academic records

4. Data Sharing with Third Parties

Personal data may be shared with third parties only in the following cases:

  • Publishing and indexing services (e.g., DOI registration agencies, indexing databases)
  • Technical service providers (e.g., hosting and platform services)
  • When required by law or legal obligations

Under no circumstances are personal data sold or used for commercial purposes.

5. User Rights (GDPR Rights)

Users have the following rights under the GDPR:

  • Right of access
  • Right to rectification
  • Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
  • Right to restriction of processing
  • Right to data portability
  • Right to object

Users may exercise these rights by contacting the journal’s editorial office.

6. Confidentiality and Peer Review

All data involved in the peer review process are treated as confidential. Personal information of authors and reviewers is shared only with individuals directly involved in the editorial and review process.

7. Cookies and Technical Data

The journal’s website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience. Such data are collected anonymously and used solely for technical and analytical purposes.

8. Changes to the Privacy Statement

The journal reserves the right to update this Privacy Statement at any time. Any changes will be published on the official website.

Horizon Multidisciplinary Scientific Journal considers the protection of personal data an integral part of academic ethics and is committed to providing a secure, transparent, and trustworthy environment for all users.