Privacy Statement

StarNexus Science Press · Hong Kong
Publisher of Open Access Monographs & Edited Volumes

StarNexus Science Press, based in Hong Kong, operates under a Diamond Open Access model where all books and chapters are immediately freely available upon publication. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all users who interact with our press website and OMP submission system. This Privacy Statement explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information.

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Information We Collect

When you register, submit a book proposal, or serve as a reviewer, we may collect the following:

  • Registration data: Name, email address, affiliation, ORCID iD, and research interests.
  • Proposal data: Book title, abstract, author list, keywords, chapter outlines, and full-text files.
  • Review data: Peer review reports, recommendations, and correspondence.
  • Usage data: IP address, browser type, access times, and pages visited (anonymized, retained ≤12 months).
  • Cookies: Essential cookies for login and session management. No third-party tracking cookies are used without consent.
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How We Use Your Information

  • To process book proposals and facilitate peer review.
  • To communicate editorial decisions, reviewer invitations, and publication updates.
  • To display author names and affiliations on published books (CC BY 4.0).
  • To comply with legal obligations and uphold publication ethics (COPE guidelines).
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Information Sharing & Disclosure

  • Author names and affiliations are publicly displayed on published books.
  • Reviewer identities remain anonymous under double‑blind review.
  • Personal data is not sold, rented, or shared for marketing.
  • Data may be disclosed only when required by law.
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Data Security

We implement industry‑standard security measures, including TLS/SSL encryption, access controls, and regular backups, to protect your personal information.

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Your Rights

You have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your personal data. To exercise these rights, contact info@starnexus.press.

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Policy Updates

This Privacy Statement may be updated periodically. Continued use constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

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Last updated: June 14, 2026