Privacy Policy
The Journal of Orthopedics and Lab Publishers are committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of authors, reviewers, editors, and website users.
This Privacy Policy explains how personal information is collected, used, stored, and protected in accordance with applicable data protection regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
Data Controller
Lab Publishers
Italy
For privacy-related inquiries, please contact:
Information We Collect
The journal may collect personal information including:
- Name and surname
- Institutional affiliation
- Email address
- Correspondence details
- ORCID iD or professional identifiers
- Manuscript submission and peer-review information
- Technical website usage data
Purpose of Data Processing
Personal data may be processed for the following purposes:
- Manuscript submission and peer review
- Editorial communication
- Publication and indexing processes
- Website administration and security
- Compliance with legal and ethical publishing obligations
- Communication regarding journal activities and services
Legal Basis for Processing
Personal data are processed on the basis of:
- Consent provided by the user
- Performance of editorial and publishing services
- Compliance with legal obligations
- Legitimate interests related to scholarly publishing and journal administration
Confidentiality and Peer Review
Manuscripts and peer-review materials are treated confidentially.
Personal information collected during the editorial and peer-review process is used exclusively for scholarly publishing purposes and is not shared with unauthorized third parties.
Data Sharing
Personal data may be shared only where necessary with:
- Editorial staff and editors
- Reviewers involved in manuscript evaluation
- Technical service providers supporting journal operations
- Indexing and archiving services
- Legal or regulatory authorities where required by law
The journal does not sell personal data to third parties.
Data Retention
Personal data are retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill editorial, legal, and archival purposes associated with scholarly publishing.
Published article metadata may remain permanently available as part of the scientific record.
Cookies and Website Analytics
The website may use cookies and analytics tools to improve functionality, security, and user experience. Additional information is available in the Cookies Policy.
Data Security
Appropriate technical and organizational measures are implemented to protect personal data against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.
Rights of Data Subjects
Under applicable data protection laws, users may have the right to:
- Access their personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion where applicable
- Restrict or object to processing
- Request data portability
- Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
Requests may be directed to:
Policy Updates
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect legal, technical, or operational changes. Updated versions will be published on the journal website.