Privacy Statement

At Dasinya Journal for Engineering and Informatics, we are committed to protecting the privacy of our authors, reviewers, editors, and readers. This statement outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data.

1. Data Collection and Usage

We collect the following types of personal information through our journal platform:

  • User Registration Data: Names, email addresses, institutional affiliation, country, and role in the journal (e.g., author, reviewer).

  • Manuscript Submission Metadata: Author details, co-author information, manuscript title, abstract, and keywords.

  • Review Data: Review history, reviewer comments, and editorial decisions.

  • Website Analytics: Aggregate statistics such as IP addresses, browser types, and visited pages (for security and performance monitoring).

All data is used solely for academic and publishing purposes, such as:

  • Managing manuscript submissions and peer review

  • Communicating with authors and reviewers

  • Maintaining a scholarly record of published content

  • Improving journal functionality and security

2. Data Storage and Security

  • All data is stored securely on the servers of Duhok Polytechnic University or authorized hosting providers.

  • Access is restricted to authorized editorial and technical staff only.

  • Strong safeguards are in place to prevent unauthorized access, misuse, or data loss.

3. Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or share personal data with third parties except:

  • When required by law

  • For indexing purposes with scholarly databases (e.g., Crossref for DOI registration)

  • With trusted service providers for technical support (bound by confidentiality agreements)

4. Cookies

This journal site uses cookies to manage user sessions and improve user experience. You can control cookie settings through your browser.

5. Rights of Users (GDPR Compliance)

If you are a user based in the EU/EEA or under similar data protection laws, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request corrections or updates

  • Request deletion of your account or data

  • Withdraw consent at any time

Requests can be made by contacting the editorial office at:
[email protected]

6. Consent

By registering with this journal, submitting a manuscript, or agreeing to serve as a reviewer or editor, you consent to the use of your personal data as described in this statement.