Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy
THE SKY-International Journal of Physical Education and Sports Sciences is committed to protecting the privacy and security of all users, including authors, reviewers, and readers. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard personal information in compliance with global data protection standards (e.g., GDPR).

  1. Data Collection

We collect the following information to facilitate scholarly communication and publication processes:

  • Personal Details: Names, email addresses, institutional affiliations, ORCID IDs (if provided).
  • Manuscript Data: Submitted articles, peer review comments, and correspondence related to submissions.
  1. Use of Data

Your information is used exclusively for:

  • Publication Workflow: Managing submissions, peer review, editorial decisions, and communications.
  • Dissemination: Sending notifications about new issues, calls for papers, or journal updates (opt-in optional).
  • Analytics: Aggregated, anonymized data to improve journal operations (e.g., submission trends in sports sciences).
  1. Data Security
  • Encryption: Secure transmission via HTTPS and encrypted databases.
  • Access Control: Restricted to authorized editorial staff and third-party platforms (e.g., OJS for manuscript management).
  1. User Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data held by the journal.
  • Correction: Update inaccuracies in your profile or submissions.
  • Deletion: Remove your data from our systems, except where retention is legally required (e.g., published articles).
  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from non-essential communications.

To exercise these rights, contact journal.thesky@journals.uol.edu.pk.

  1. Third-Party Services
  • Manuscript Submission: Data is processed through platforms like Open Journal Systems (OJS), which adhere to strict privacy standards.
  • Analytics: Anonymous usage data may be shared with tools like Google Analytics to improve website functionality.
  1. Cookies
  • Purpose: Enhance user experience (e.g., login sessions, language preferences).
  • Control: Adjust cookie settings via your browser; disabling may limit site functionality.
  1. Data Retention
  • Active Accounts: Retained while users engage with the journal.
  • Inactive Accounts: Deleted after 5 years of inactivity.
  • Published Content: Permanent retention to maintain the scholarly record.
  1. Changes to This Policy

Updates will be posted on our website with a revised effective date. Continued use of the journal constitutes acceptance of these terms.

 

Contact Us
For privacy-related inquiries, contact:
Editor
THE SKY-International Journal of Physical Education and Sports Sciences
Email: editor.thesky@journals.uol.edu.pk