Privacy Policy

Unicorn Scientific Publishing LLC (“Unicorn,” “we,” “our,” or “the Publisher”) values the trust you place in us and recognizes the importance of protecting your personal data and privacy. This policy (together with any resources or notices referred to in it) explains how any personal information you provide to us or that we obtain from other sources will be collected, stored, and used.

Please note that this Privacy Policy may be supplemented by additional terms provided on specific Unicorn websites where registration or other services are offered.

We encourage you to read this policy carefully. It explains what you can expect from us regarding your information and how to contact us if you have any concerns about our data practices.

Applicable data protection laws provide you with rights to protect your personal information from misuse. This policy outlines your rights and how you may exercise them in relation to Unicorn’s handling of your information.

Information you provide directly

You may share information with us when:

• Accessing or registering on our websites, platforms, or services.
• Submitting manuscripts, proposals, or book chapters.
• Subscribing to one of our journals or newsletters.
• Placing orders for books, conference registrations, or other services.
• Requesting complimentary copies, joining discussion groups, or contacting us with inquiries.
• Applying for employment, internships, or collaborations.

This may include details such as:

• Name, email address, mailing address, telephone number.
• Institutional affiliation, academic qualifications, job title, or subject specialization.
• Payment details or invoicing information.

Information we collect about you

In some cases, we may gather information about you without you providing it directly, for example:

• Publicly available data such as research interests, published works, courses taught, or institutional contact details.
• Information obtained from journal transfers, conference records, or professional associations.

Whenever we collect such data, we assess whether it is in your interest and take steps to notify you promptly about its use and your right to object.

Information from third parties

We may also receive information about you from trusted partners and service providers, including:

• Web hosting companies, email services, indexing databases, and analytics providers.
• Professional societies and academic associations collaborating with Unicorn.
• Conference partners, event organizers, and advertising networks.

Cookies and technical data

When you use our websites, we may automatically collect technical information through cookies and tracking technologies. This may include:

• IP address, browser type and version, device type, and time zone.
• Data on your navigation of our websites, including search history and viewed content.

You may disable cookies in your browser, but some website functions may not operate fully.

To provide our services

• To manage manuscript submission, peer review, and publication.
• To deliver books, journals, and conference services.
• To notify you of changes to services or platforms.
• To allow access to restricted or member-only areas of our websites.

To improve our services

• To analyze website performance, usage, and user preferences.
• To develop and improve publishing operations and communication tools.
• To maintain website security and prevent misuse.
• To measure and improve the effectiveness of our communications and marketing.

Marketing and communications

Where permitted, we may:

• Provide information about similar services or new opportunities.
• Share updates, newsletters, and event invitations tailored to your research interests.
• Suggest books, journals, or conferences relevant to your field.

You may update your marketing preferences at any time or opt out of communications.

We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share it with:

• Editors, reviewers, and advisory board members for the purpose of publishing and peer review.
• Business partners and service providers (such as hosting platforms, analytics, indexing services, and payment processors).
• Professional associations and societies where Unicorn publishes on their behalf.
• Other publishers in the case of journal transfers or business acquisitions.
• Conference sponsors or collaborators where this has been made clear during registration.

We keep personal information only for as long as necessary to complete transactions, comply with legal obligations, and maintain the academic record. Normally, data is retained for a period of seven (7) years after the last recorded interaction, unless longer retention is required by law.

You have the right to:

• Access and request copies of your personal data.
• Request corrections to inaccurate information.
• Request erasure of your data, subject to exceptions.
• Restrict or object to certain processing activities.
• Withdraw consent, where applicable.
• Request transfer of your data in a portable format.
• Opt out of marketing communications at any time.

These rights are not absolute, and certain conditions or exemptions may apply.

If you are based in the United States, state-specific privacy laws may grant you additional rights. Unicorn will comply with these laws where applicable.

Our services are intended for researchers, academics, and professionals. We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under the age of 16.

We may revise this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on our website with the revised effective date. We recommend reviewing this page regularly for changes.

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Unicorn Scientific Publishing LLC
30 N Gould St, 53624, Sheridan, Wyoming, 82801
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