Privacy Policy

This privacy policy applies to www.opencognovate.com owned and operated by OpenCognovate (hereafter referred to as “OpenCognovate”, “We”, “Us”, or “Our”). This Policy outlines how OpenCognovate collects, uses, and protects any information that you, the user, provide when using this website. OpenCognovate is committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected. Any information that can identify you will only be used in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

OpenCognovate does not sell, rent, or otherwise provide your personal information to third parties unless it is publicly available as part of our publishing activities, we have your permission, or we are required by law to do so. OpenCognovate may update this Policy periodically. You are encouraged to review this page to ensure you agree with any changes.

1. WHO WE ARE

OpenCognovate is a leading platform for academic and professional knowledge sharing. OpenCognovate is operated as a privately owned entity.

2. USAGE OF INFORMATION

Users may register on OpenCognovate to access publishing services, submit manuscripts, or participate in community discussions. The information you provide is used to:

  • Send service-related notifications and promotional messages about new publications.

  • Administer user accounts and enhance our services.

  • Provide requested materials in digital or print formats.

  • Respond to inquiries and process user-submitted content.

  • Fulfill legal and regulatory obligations.

3. WHAT WE COLLECT

To provide our services, we may collect:

  • Name, academic/job title, organization/institution, and prior publications.

  • Contact details, including email address, postal address, and country of residence.

  • Information related to your professional and academic interests.

  • Login credentials, such as passwords.

4. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION COLLECTED

To improve user experience, OpenCognovate collects website usage data, including:

  • IP address, browser type, operating system, and referral data.

  • Page visits and interaction patterns.

  • Cookies and tracking technologies for website analytics.

Users can adjust browser settings to decline cookies, though this may affect site functionality.

5. YOUR RIGHTS

Users may update their personal information via their account settings. If you wish to delete your account, you may contact us at info@opencognovate.com. We will respond to such requests within a reasonable timeframe.

6. OPEN ACCESS

As an Open Access platform, OpenCognovate ensures that published content remains freely available. Author names, affiliations, and email addresses may be displayed alongside publications.

7. THIRD-PARTY DISCLOSURE

OpenCognovate does not sell, rent, or share personal data with third parties unless necessary to:

  • Process payments or deliver services (e.g., payment processors, postal services).

  • Comply with legal obligations.

  • Support website operation and analytics.

8. EMAIL POLICY

OpenCognovate may send service-related communications and newsletters to registered users. Users may opt out of marketing emails at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link or contacting info@opencognovate.com.

9. SECURITY OF PERSONAL INFORMATION

We implement appropriate security measures to protect personal data. However, users are responsible for keeping their account credentials secure.

10. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

User information may be stored and processed in countries outside their residence, where data protection laws may differ. We take necessary precautions to protect user data in such cases.

11. CUSTOMER TESTIMONIALS & REVIEWS

We may publish user testimonials and reviews with consent. Users can request updates or removals by contacting info@opencognovate.com.

12. COOKIES & TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

We use cookies and similar technologies for user authentication, analytics, and targeted advertising. Users can manage cookie preferences through browser settings.

13. SECURITY MEASURES

We follow industry standards to protect personal data during transmission and storage. Despite security measures, no system is entirely secure, and users are encouraged to protect their credentials.

14. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

Our website may contain links to external sites. OpenCognovate is not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites.

15. SOCIAL MEDIA FEATURES

Our website may integrate social media widgets that collect usage data. User interactions with these features are governed by the respective social media platforms’ privacy policies.

16. DATA RETENTION

We retain user data as long as necessary for our services. Users may request account deletion by contacting info@opencognovate.com.

17. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We may update this Policy periodically. Users will be notified of significant changes through our website or email communication.

18. CONTACT US

For questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at info@opencognovate.com.