Privacy
Policy

Effective Date: January 25, 2026

01 Information Collection

We collect information you provide directly to us when you create an account, submit a manuscript, or communicate with us. This may include your name, email address, institutional affiliation, and payment information (handled securely via Stripe).

02 Use of Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Operate and maintain the Αlpha¹ Science platform.
  • Facilitate the peer review process between authors and reviewers.
  • Process transactions and send related information, including confirmations and invoices.
  • Send technical notices, updates, security alerts, and support messages.

03 Data Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data. We share information only as necessary to provide the Service:

  • With Reviewers: Manuscripts and related metadata are shared with assigned reviewers under strict confidentiality agreements.
  • With Service Providers: We use third-party vendors (e.g., Supabase, Stripe) to perform tasks on our behalf.
  • For Legal Reasons: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect the rights and safety of our users.

04 Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

05 Your Rights

You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal information at any time by logging into your account settings or contacting us directly.

06 Contact

For privacy-related inquiries, please contact:editorial@alpha1science.com