Privacy Statement
The Journal of Applied Artificial Intelligence in the Built Environment (JAAIBE) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of authors, reviewers, editors, and readers. Personal information collected by the journal is used exclusively for editorial, scholarly, and administrative purposes and is handled in accordance with recognized academic publishing standards and data protection principles.
Information We Collect
The journal collects personal data necessary for managing the submission, peer review, and publication workflow. This includes names, email addresses, institutional affiliations, ORCID identifiers, and other information voluntarily provided during submission or account creation. Additional data such as reviewer comments, editorial assessments, and submission metadata are also stored as part of the editorial record.
How We Use Personal Data
Personal information is used solely for purposes related to the operation of the journal, including:
- communicating with authors throughout the submission and review process;
- selecting and contacting suitable peer reviewers;
- managing editorial decisions and publication workflows;
- maintaining accurate scholarly records.
Personal data is never sold, shared, or used for commercial purposes unrelated to the journal's activities.
Access to Personal Data
Access to personal information is restricted to the journal’s editorial team and authorized administrative staff. Reviewers may receive anonymized manuscripts and necessary metadata to conduct peer reviews, but they do not have access to authors’ private information beyond what is essential for the review process. Reviewer identities remain confidential unless explicitly agreed otherwise.
Data Retention and Security
The journal retains submission records, editorial correspondence, and publication data as part of its long-term scholarly archive. User account information is retained as long as the account remains active. Appropriate administrative and technical measures are taken to protect personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
Cookies and Website Analytics
The journal’s website may use cookies or basic analytics tools to support essential site functionality and to improve user experience. These tools do not collect personal information beyond what is necessary for website performance.
User Rights
Users may request access to, correction of, or removal of their personal data at any time, subject to the journal’s need to maintain accurate scholarly records. Questions or requests regarding personal information can be directed to the journal’s editorial office.
By using the journal’s submission system or website, users consent to the terms of this Privacy Statement.
