Privacy Statement

Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 9/22/2024

Introduction
At FBS | Foundations of Business and Society, accessible from fbs.csprd.org, we are dedicated to safeguarding your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you interact with our journal publication platform. By using our Site, you agree to the collection and use of information as outlined in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: When you register an account, submit a manuscript, or subscribe to updates, we may collect personal details such as your name, email address, institutional affiliation, and contact information.
  • Usage Data: We may collect non-personal information about how you use our site, such as your IP address, browser type, pages viewed, and time spent on the site.
  • Cookies: Our site uses cookies to improve user experience and gather analytical data. You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

The information we collect is used for the following purposes:

  • Account Management: To create and manage your user account, enabling you to submit or review journal manuscripts.
  • Communication: To send you updates about your submissions, journal news, and responses to your inquiries.
  • Publication Process: To facilitate the peer-review process and publish accepted manuscripts.
  • Improving the Site: We use data to improve the user experience, website functionality, and to monitor performance metrics.

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • With Reviewers and Editors: To manage the peer-review process and publication workflow.
  • Legal Compliance: When required by law, we may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations or protect the rights, property, or safety of our users and the journal.

4. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration. However, no online platform can be 100% secure. We encourage users to take steps to protect their accounts by using strong passwords and keeping login information confidential.

5. Your Rights

As a user, you have the right to:

  • Access Your Data: Request information about the personal data we have collected.
  • Correct or Update Your Data: Update your personal information through your account settings.
  • Request Deletion: Request that we delete your account or personal information, subject to any retention obligations under journal publication rules.

6. Third-Party Links

Our site may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and where appropriate, we will notify you via email or through our platform.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about our Privacy Policy, or if you would like to exercise any of your rights, please contact us at:

FBS | Foundations of Business and Society
Email:infocsprd.org
Website: fbs.csprd.org