Privacy policy

9 May 2025

At Vance Press, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of our users' personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information we collect, how we use it, and the measures we take to ensure it is kept secure. By using our services, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

♦ 1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information from you when you interact with our website, services, or communications. This information may include, but is not limited to:

Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.
Account Information: Username, password, and preferences associated with your account.
Submission Information: Details related to your submissions, such as author names, affiliations, and manuscript content.
Usage Data: Information about how you use our website, including IP address, browser type, pages viewed, and time spent on our site.

♦ 2. How We Use Your Information

The personal information we collect is used to provide and improve our services, including:

Account Management: To create and manage your account, provide customer support, and communicate with you.
Publication Process: To process submissions, facilitate peer review, and publish research articles.
Communication: To send you updates, newsletters, and other relevant communications related to our services.
Analytics and Improvements: To analyze usage patterns, improve our website and services, and enhance user experience.

♦ 3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties, except in the following circumstances:

Service Providers: We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting business, or providing services, as long as they agree to keep this information confidential.
Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to a valid legal request, such as a subpoena or court order.
Protection of Rights: We may share your information to protect the rights, property, or safety of Vance Press, our users, or others.

♦ 4. Data Security

We take data security seriously and implement a variety of security measures to protect your personal information. This includes using secure servers, encryption, and access controls. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

♦ 5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience, analyze website usage, and provide personalized content. You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

♦ 6. Your Rights

You have the right to access, correct, update, or delete your personal information at any time. If you wish to exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe.

♦ 7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Vance Press reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website. Your continued use of our services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

♦ 8. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: [email protected].