Privacy Statement

Introduction

JITSI: Jurnal Ilmiah Teknik Sipil is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of its users, including authors, reviewers, editors, and readers. This Privacy Statement explains how we collect, use, and protect personal information.

Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

Authors: Name, email address, affiliation, and any other details provided during manuscript submission and publication.
Reviewers: Name, email address, affiliation, and any information shared during the peer review process.
Readers: Limited information through our website analytics (e.g., IP addresses, browser type, and usage data) if applicable.

How We Use Your Information

The information we collect is used for the following purposes:

For Authors: To process submissions, communicate with authors about their manuscripts, and facilitate the publication process.
For Reviewers: To facilitate the peer review process, assign manuscripts, and communicate feedback.
For Readers: To provide access to journal content, send updates about new issues, and improve the website user experience.

Data Storage and Security

We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. Data is stored securely on our servers and retained only for as long as necessary for journal operations or as required by law.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not share personal data with third parties except in the following circumstances:

With service providers assisting in journal operations (e.g., hosting, manuscript submission systems).
As required by law or regulatory authorities.
For the publication of article metadata (e.g., author names and affiliations, article titles) in relation to article indexing services.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access your personal data held by the journal.
Request corrections to any inaccuracies.
Withdraw consent for the use of your data where applicable.
Request deletion of your data, subject to any legal or contractual obligations.

Cookies and Tracking

The journal may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance your experience when visiting our website. These cookies do not collect personal information unless you voluntarily provide it. You can manage cookies through your browser settings.