Privacy Policy

Minds Europe Publishing is dedicated to the protection of user personal data and maintains a high standard of confidentiality and integrity in its handling procedures. This privacy policy delineates the methods by which Minds Europe Publishing gathers, utilizes, and distributes user information.

About our privacy policy

This Privacy Policy sets forth the terms governing your utilization of the Minds Europe Publishing website and its associated services, encompassing programs and events that reference or link to this policy, collectively defined as a "Service." It delineates the methodologies employed in the collection, utilization, and dissemination of user personal data. Supplementary notices or terms may augment this policy. Minds Europe Publishing serves as the principal controller of all personal information submitted by useer or collected by us for the Service.

Information we collect

Minds Europe Publishing collects personal data through two primary means: information furnished directly by users and data acquired via automated technologies.

Depending on the Service and your interactions, we may collect:

 

• contact details (name, email, postal address, phone number, social media handles)
• profile data (educational or professional background, areas of interest, ORCID ID)
• content you share (comments, annotations, manuscript submissions)
• payment details (credit/debit card information, government-issued IDs)
• correspondence via contact forms or support inquiries

We may supplement or verify the information you provide using third-party data suppliers and publicly available records.

Device and usage data

Minds Europe Publishing automatically collects technical information regarding user devices and their interactions with our Services. This information includes, but is not limited to, IP addresses, browser type and version, operating system, unique device identifiers, error reports, performance metrics, pages visited, and, where applicable, device location. We utilize cookies and analogous technologies, which can be managed via browser settings.

How we use your information

Minds Europe Publishing utilizes user personal data for the following purposes:

• Providing and administering access to the Service.
• Executing requests, orders, subscriptions, and transactions.
• Enhancing service features, content quality, and overall user experience.
• Disseminating updates, announcements, and modifications to the Service.
• Distributing targeted promotional materials and relevant communications.
• Rendering technical and customer assistance.
• Analyzing usage patterns for research, reporting, and operational activities.

Furthermore, data may be used to address inquiries, extend invitations for participation in publishing initiatives, process payments or statements, conduct surveys or promotional events, and adhere to legal requirements.

Sharing of your information

We disclose personal data to:

• service providers and vendors (editors, reviewers, payment processors, IT support) acting on our behalf under confidentiality agreements
• affiliated entities, sponsors, or partners, consistent with your communication preferences
• authorities or others if required by law or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Minds Europe Publishing and our users

Your choices

Individuals control the communication they receive from Minds Europe Publishing and may unsubscribe from marketing or promotional communications at any time. Furthermore, individuals have the right to revoke consent for specific processing activities, where permissible.

Legal reasons

We may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations, enforce our agreements, prevent fraud or security incidents, and protect the rights and safety of our organization and community.

Data retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to provide the Service, satisfy requests, meet legal or regulatory requirements, detect and prevent abuse, and enforce our agreements.

Data security

Minds Europe Publishing implements appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction.

Grounds for processing

Minds Europe Publishing processes personal data when necessary to:

• perform a contract or Service you requested
• comply with legal obligations
• carry out tasks in the public interest
• pursue our legitimate business interests (unless overridden by your rights)
• act on your consent (where required)

Changes

Minds Europe Publishing may update this privacy policy periodically. Any material changes will be posted here with a revised date and, where significant, will be communicated through the Service or other means.

Contact

For questions or concerns about this policy or our data practices, please reach out to:

Minds Europe Publishing

Bulevar Despota Stefana 16

21000 Novi Sad, Serbia

Email: publishing@mindseurope.com