1. Overview

The Review of Public Policy and Social Systems (RPPSS) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of all authors, reviewers, editors, and website users.

This journal is published by Powerline Research Publication. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you interact with our website and services.

By using our website or submitting your manuscript, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

We may collect the following personal information:

• Full name, affiliation, designation, and country
• Email address and contact details
• Manuscript-related information submitted by authors
• Information provided through contact forms or email communication

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

• IP address and browser type
• Device type and operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on the website
• Referring websites and navigation behavior

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Process and manage manuscript submissions
• Conduct peer review and editorial evaluation
• Communicate editorial decisions and publication updates
• Respond to inquiries and support requests
• Improve website functionality and user experience
• Maintain academic records and journal archives
• Comply with legal and ethical obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We respect your privacy and do not sell or share your personal information with third-party marketers or advertisers.

We may share information only in the following cases:

• Peer Review Process: Manuscripts are shared with reviewers while maintaining author anonymity under a double-blind review policy
• Editorial Team: Limited information is shared with editors for manuscript handling
• Service Providers: Trusted services such as hosting, email, and analytics tools under confidentiality agreements
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights

Additionally, published articles and metadata may be shared with indexing services and academic repositories for wider dissemination.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and administrative measures to protect your information from:

• Unauthorized access
• Data loss or misuse
• Alteration or disclosure

However, please note that no online system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain data as follows:

• Submitted Manuscripts: Up to 7 years after final decision
• Published Articles: Permanently as part of the journal archive
• Contact Information: Until the user unsubscribes or requests deletion
• Website Usage Data: Up to 12–13 months for analytics purposes

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your data (subject to journal policies)
• Opt-out of email communications
• Request a copy of your stored data

To exercise these rights, contact us via email.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies to:

• Maintain user sessions
• Analyze website traffic (e.g., Google Analytics)
• Store user preferences

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not function properly.

9. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites. Users are encouraged to review their privacy policies.

10. Intended Audiences

Our journal services are intended for researchers, academicians, and professionals. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

11. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
Changes will be reflected on this page with an updated revision date. Continued use of the website indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact:

Review of Public Policy and Social Systems (RPPSS)

Published by Powerline Research Publication

Email: info@rppss.com

Website: https://rppss.com/