Privacy Statement

At ROSSIISKAYA ISTORIYA, we are committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of all authors, reviewers, editors, and visitors to our website. This Privacy Statement outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your information in accordance with international data protection regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

1. Information We Collect
We collect personal data that is necessary for editorial and publishing processes, including:
» Full name
» Institutional affiliation
» Email address
» ORCID iD (optional)
» Postal address (if required for print correspondence or invoicing)
» Biographical details (as submitted for publication)
» IP address and browser data (when using the website)
» Manuscript details and associated metadata
» Communication records (email, submission queries)
We do not collect or store payment or credit card information.

2. How We Use Your Data
Your personal data is used strictly for editorial, administrative, and communication purposes related to the operations of the journal. These include:
» Processing and reviewing submitted manuscripts
» Communicating with authors, reviewers, and editors
» Managing peer review and publication workflows
» Maintaining accurate author and reviewer records
» Publishing accepted articles and author information online
» Sending relevant updates about the journal, such as calls for papers or special issues
We do not use your personal data for profiling, marketing, or advertising purposes.

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. Your information may be shared with:
» Editorial board members and reviewers (in the context of peer review)
» Our publisher and web administrators (for system management)
» Indexing and abstracting services (e.g., Web of Science, DOAJ) as required for article metadata dissemination
» Where legally required, we may disclose your information to regulatory authorities.

4. Data Storage and Security
» We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data from loss, unauthorized access, misuse, or alteration.
» All manuscript and user data are stored on secure servers with restricted access.
» Communications via email and the submission portal are encrypted where possible.
» Backup systems are in place to prevent data loss.
» Your data will be retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law.

5. Cookies and Website Analytics
The journal website may use cookies to improve user experience and monitor site usage. These cookies may collect anonymized data such as:
» Browser type
» Device type
» Session duration
» Pages visited
You may disable cookies through your browser settings. However, some website functionality may be limited as a result.

6. Your Rights
You have the right to:
» Access your personal data held by us
» Request corrections to inaccurate or outdated data
» Withdraw consent or request deletion of your personal data
» Object to certain types of data processing
» Request data portability (where applicable)
To exercise any of these rights, please contact the editorial office: editor@rossiiskaya.com
We will respond to all requests within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable laws.

7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external websites. This Privacy Statement applies only to ROSSIISKAYA ISTORIYA. We are not responsible for the privacy policies or content of external sites.

8. Updates to This Statement
This Privacy Statement may be updated periodically to reflect changes in legal requirements or journal practices. The revised version will be posted on our website with the effective date.

Last updated: July 17, 2024

9. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints regarding your data privacy, please contact:

ROSSIISKAYA ISTORIYA – Editorial Office
Email: editor@rossiiskaya.com