Privacy Statement

Global Ecology Perspective (GEP)

ISSN (Print): 3105-0700 | ISSN (Online): 3105-0719

Website: https://system.wisacad-pub.com/index.php/gep

Last Updated: 3 August 2026

Introduction

Global Ecology Perspective (hereinafter referred to as “the Journal,” “our journal,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of all individuals who interact with our journal, including authors, reviewers, editors, readers, and website visitors. This Privacy Statement explains how we collect, use, store, share, and protect personal information in accordance with internationally recognized data protection standards, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679 and applicable data protection laws. The Journal operates under the ethical guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) and adheres to best practices in scholarly publishing.

By using our website, submitting a manuscript, or engaging with the Journal in any capacity, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Statement.

Data Controller and Contact Information

The data controller for the processing of personal data collected through the Journal’s website and editorial management system is:

Global Ecology Perspective Editorial Office

Email: editorial.office@wisacad-pub.com

Website: https://system.wisacad-pub.com/index.php/gep

For any questions, concerns, or requests regarding your personal data, please contact the editorial office via the Journal’s website.

Personal Data We Collect

The Journal collects personal data strictly for academic publishing and editorial management purposes. The types of personal data we may collect include:

From Authors:

Full name and institutional affiliation
Email address and contact details
ORCID iD (if provided)
Professional biography and research interests
Co-author information (names, affiliations, and contact details)
Manuscript content, including any personal data contained within the research

From Reviewers:

Full name and institutional affiliation
Email address and contact details
Areas of expertise and reviewing history

From Editors and Editorial Board Members:

Full name, institutional affiliation, and contact details
Professional credentials and areas of expertise

From Website Visitors and Readers:

IP address and browsing data (collected via standard web analytics)
Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 9)

Purposes of Data Processing

The Journal processes personal data for the following legitimate purposes directly related to the operation of the Journal:

Purpose	Description
Manuscript Submission and Handling	To receive, process, and track manuscript submissions throughout the editorial workflow
Peer Review Management	To identify, contact, and coordinate with reviewers; to maintain the integrity of the double-blind peer review process
Editorial Decision-Making	To facilitate communication between editors, authors, and reviewers regarding editorial decisions
Publication and Production	To prepare, format, and publish accepted manuscripts
Indexing and Archiving	To submit metadata and content to academic databases, directories, and indexing services
Journal Communication	To notify authors, reviewers, and readers about journal updates, calls for papers, and publication announcements
Compliance and Legal Obligations	To fulfill legal and regulatory requirements, including plagiarism detection and research integrity inquiries
Website Analytics	To analyze website usage and improve user experience

Personal data collected by the Journal is not used for marketing, advertising, or commercial purposes.

Legal Basis for Processing

The Journal processes personal data based on the following legal grounds, in accordance with GDPR Article 6:

Contractual Necessity (Article 6(1)(b)): Processing is necessary for the performance of the contractual relationship between the Journal and authors, reviewers, and editors in the context of manuscript submission, peer review, and publication.
Legal Obligation (Article 6(1)(c)): Processing is necessary for compliance with legal obligations, including publication ethics, archival requirements, and data protection laws.
Legitimate Interests (Article 6(1)(f)): Processing is necessary for the legitimate interests of the Journal in conducting and managing academic publishing activities, provided that such interests are not overridden by the data subject’s interests or fundamental rights.
Consent (Article 6(1)(a)): Where applicable, the Journal will obtain explicit consent for specific processing activities, such as the use of cookies or the inclusion of personal data in published research.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

The Journal respects the confidentiality of all personal data and does not sell, trade, rent, or distribute personal information to unrelated third parties. However, limited sharing of personal data may occur in the following circumstances:

Editorial and Review Personnel: Personal data may be shared with editors, reviewers, and editorial staff who require access to perform their duties. Reviewer identities remain confidential in accordance with the double-blind peer review process.
Service Providers: Trusted third-party service providers (e.g., hosting services, plagiarism detection software, typesetting and production services) may have access to personal data under strict confidentiality agreements and only for purposes directly related to journal operations.
Indexing and Abstracting Databases: Metadata such as author names, affiliations, and article titles are shared with academic indexing services to ensure the discoverability of published research.
Legal Compliance: Personal data may be disclosed if required by applicable law, legal process, or regulatory authority.
Consent: Data may be shared with third parties when explicit consent has been obtained from the data subject.

Data Security

The Journal implements appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, accidental loss, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

Secure servers and encrypted data transmission (HTTPS)
Role-based access controls restricting data access to authorized personnel only
Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
Staff training on data protection and privacy best practices
Secure storage of physical and digital records

While the Journal strives to protect your personal data, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but will take all reasonable steps to safeguard your information.

Data Retention

The Journal retains personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by applicable laws and regulations.

Data Type	Retention Period
Manuscript submission records and reviewer reports	Retained permanently as part of the scholarly record
Author and reviewer contact information	Retained for the duration of the editorial process and for future correspondence; may be retained indefinitely in the journal’s database for operational purposes
Published article metadata (names, affiliations)	Retained permanently in the published scholarly record
Website analytics and cookies data	Retained in accordance with applicable cookie and analytics policies
Personal data in unpublished submissions	Retained for a reasonable period following editorial decision, in accordance with journal policies

Personal data (excluding published academic records) may be deleted upon request, subject to legal and archival obligations.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The Journal’s website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience, analyze website traffic, and improve our services. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us recognize your preferences and usage patterns.

You may control or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the website. By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Privacy Statement.

Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction and applicable data protection laws (including the GDPR), you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Right	Description
Right of Access	You have the right to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
Right to Rectification	You have the right to request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete personal data
Right to Erasure (“Right to be Forgotten”)	You have the right to request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal and archival obligations
Right to Restriction of Processing	You have the right to request restriction of processing of your personal data in certain circumstances
Right to Data Portability	You have the right to receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format
Right to Object	You have the right to object to the processing of your personal data for certain purposes
Right to Withdraw Consent	Where processing is based on consent, you have the right to withdraw your consent at any time
Right to Lodge a Complaint	You have the right to lodge a complaint with the relevant data protection supervisory authority

To exercise any of these rights, please contact the The Journal Editorial Office via the Journal’s website. Please note that requests relating to published academic records may be subject to limitations in accordance with the permanence of the scholarly record.

Confidentiality of Manuscripts and Peer Review

All materials submitted to our Journal, including manuscripts, reviewer reports, and editorial correspondence, are treated as strictly confidential. Editors and editorial staff shall not disclose any information about a submitted manuscript to anyone other than the corresponding author, reviewers, potential reviewers, other editorial advisers, and the publisher, as appropriate.

Reviewers are bound by confidentiality obligations and must not share, discuss, or use any part of a manuscript under review without the explicit permission of the Editor. The double-blind peer review process ensures that reviewer identities remain anonymous.

Authors’ Responsibility for Research Data

Authors publishing in our Journal are responsible for any personal data relating to individuals mentioned or included in their research. Authors must ensure that:

Appropriate informed consent has been obtained for the collection and publication of any personal data
The privacy rights of research participants are respected
All necessary ethical approvals have been obtained
Any data-sharing or data availability statements accurately reflect how research data can be accessed

Third-Party Links

The Journal’s website may contain links to third-party websites, including indexing databases, academic networks, and external resources. This Privacy Statement applies only to the Journal’s website and operations. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

Changes to This Privacy Statement

The Journal reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Statement at any time to reflect changes in legal requirements, industry standards, or journal operations. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this statement indicates when the most recent revisions were made. We encourage you to review this Privacy Statement periodically. Continued use of the Journal’s website or services following any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Statement.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Statement or the processing of your personal data, please contact us:

Global Ecology Perspective (GEP) Editorial Office

Website: https://system.wisacad-pub.com/index.php/gep

Email: editorial.office@wisacad-pub.com

For data protection inquiries, you may also contact the relevant data protection supervisory authority in your jurisdiction.