Privacy Policy
At the Journal of Protective Coatings & Linings (“JPCL”), we are committed to safeguarding your personal data and upholding the highest standards in privacy protection. Our policy reflects compliance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), as well as other relevant data protection regulations. Please read this policy carefully to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.
1. Scope and Responsibility
This privacy policy applies to all users of our website (https://paintsquare.com/jpcl/) and related services, including manuscript submission, peer review, and newsletter subscriptions. The data controller for your personal information is Technology Publishing Co., located at 1501 Reedsdale Street, Suite 2008, Pittsburgh, PA 15233, USA. For any privacy inquiries, you may contact us through our Contact Page.
2. What Personal Data We Collect
Depending on your interactions with JPCL, we may collect the following types of information:
Contact Information: Such as your name, email address, postal address, phone number, and institutional affiliation.
Account and Submission Data: If you create an account or submit a manuscript, we may collect your username, academic background, research interests, ORCID, or other professional details.
Usage Information: When you visit our site, our server automatically logs technical data including your IP address, browser type, device type, referring URL, and the time and duration of your visit.
Cookies and Analytics: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, enable core site functionality, analyze usage, and remember your preferences. See Section 3 below for more details.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website utilizes cookies—small files stored on your device—to ensure site functionality and to collect statistics about site usage.
Necessary Cookies: Essential for the site to operate, such as maintaining login sessions or submission forms.
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website, improve functionality, and provide relevant content.
Marketing Cookies: Used (where applicable) to personalize your experience and for limited promotional activities.
When you first visit our site, you will be asked for your cookie preferences. You can accept all, reject non-essential cookies, or manage preferences. You may change your choices at any time using your browser settings.
We use privacy-friendly analytics tools, and do not share analytics data with third parties for advertising purposes.
4. How We Use Your Data
Your data may be processed for the following purposes:
To provide website access and core services, such as manuscript submission, peer review, and user support
To communicate with you regarding your submissions, account, or journal news
To send newsletters or alerts if you have opted in (you can unsubscribe anytime)
To improve and secure our website and services
To comply with legal and regulatory obligations
We only collect and use your data when we have a legal basis to do so, including the fulfillment of contractual obligations, legitimate business interests, your consent, or legal requirements.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
JPCL may share your personal data only in limited circumstances, such as:
With service providers and processors who assist with website hosting, IT security, manuscript management, or peer review (under strict confidentiality agreements)
With editorial board members, reviewers, or publishers involved in processing your manuscript
To comply with legal requirements or protect our rights
If you are affiliated with an institution that has a publishing agreement with us, relevant information (such as your name and email) may be shared as required by that agreement
We do not sell your personal information to third parties. Any data transfers outside your country or outside the EU/EEA will comply with applicable legal safeguards.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as is necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, to comply with contractual or legal obligations, or as required by law. Typically, usage data and server logs are deleted after a reasonable period. Account and submission data are retained for as long as necessary to administer the journal and for archival, legal, or compliance purposes.
7. Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal information, as provided under the GDPR and similar regulations:
The right to access your data and request a copy
The right to correct or update your information
The right to request deletion (“right to be forgotten”) under certain circumstances
The right to restrict or object to the processing of your data
The right to data portability
The right to withdraw your consent (for cases where consent is required)
The right to file a complaint with a relevant data protection authority
To exercise these rights, please contact us through our Contact Page or at our main office address.
8. Updates to this Policy
We may update this privacy policy to reflect changes in legal requirements, our data practices, or improvements in our services. Any changes will be posted on this page with the revised effective date.
By using the JPCL website and services, you agree to the terms outlined in this privacy policy. If you have questions or concerns, please contact us here.