Privacy Statement

The Public Administration and Governance Studies Journal (PAGSJ) is committed to protecting the privacy of its users, including authors, reviewers, and readers. This privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal data in compliance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173) and other applicable laws of the Philippines.

1. Collection of Information

We collect personal information necessary for the journal's operations, such as during user registration, manuscript submission, and peer review processes. The information we may collect includes:

  • Name
  • Affiliation and position
  • Contact information (email address, phone number)
  • Academic credentials
  • ORCID ID or other professional identifiers (if provided)

This information is collected directly from users during registration, submission, or correspondence with the journal.

2. Use of Information

The personal data collected will only be used for the following purposes:

  • Facilitating the peer-review process.
  • Communicating with authors, reviewers, and editors regarding submissions.
  • Providing notifications related to the journal’s operations, such as announcements, updates, or publication alerts.
  • Generating metadata for published articles (e.g., author names and affiliations).
  • Ensuring compliance with ethical and procedural standards in publication.

Your personal information will not be sold, shared, or used for marketing purposes unrelated to the journal's mission.

3. Protection and Security

PAGSJ employs appropriate physical, technical, and administrative measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

  • Data is stored securely in password-protected systems.
  • Access to personal data is restricted to authorized personnel, such as editors and administrative staff, solely for the purpose of managing journal operations.
  • Electronic communications and submissions are encrypted to maintain confidentiality.

4. Data Sharing and Retention

  • Personal data will only be shared with third parties if required by law or necessary for the journal's operations (e.g., indexing services or publication partners).
  • Personal data will be retained for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes stated in this policy.
  • Users may request to have their data updated or deleted in accordance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012.

5. User Rights

In compliance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012, users of PAGSJ have the following rights:

  • Right to Access: Request access to your personal data stored by the journal.
  • Right to Rectification: Correct or update inaccuracies in your data.
  • Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to journal and legal obligations.
  • Right to Object: Withdraw consent to data processing.

Requests can be directed to the journal's Data Protection Officer (contact details below). We aim to address all requests promptly and in compliance with applicable laws.

6. Compliance with Applicable Laws

PAGSJ operates in accordance with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 and other relevant laws in the Philippines. Any updates to this policy will reflect changes in legal requirements or best practices to protect user privacy.

7. Contact Information

By registering or submitting to PAGSJ, users consent to the terms outlined in this Privacy Statement. Thank you for trusting us with your personal information as we strive to uphold the highest standards of integrity and transparency in academic publishing.

For inquiries, concerns, or requests regarding your personal data, please contact:

Data Protection Officer
Public Administration and Governance Studies Journal
Email: jeneper.armilla@jmc.edu.ph
Address: 2F Jose Maria College Foundation, Inc., KOJC Compound, Philippines-Japan Friendship Highway, Sasa, Davao City