This Privacy Statement provides information about how personal data collected by the Journal of University Research (Üniversite Araştırmaları Dergisi - ÜAD) is gathered, used, and protected.

Collection of Personal Information
ÜAD may collect necessary personal information from authors, reviewers, and other contributors during the processing and publication of submitted works. This information may include:

• Name, title, institution information, email address, and contact details
  
• Postal address and phone number, if required
  

This information will be used solely for conducting publication processes of the journal and for communication purposes.

Use of Personal Information
The names and email addresses entered on the ÜAD website will be used in accordance with the journal’s stated publication and communication purposes and will not be made available for any other purpose or to third parties. Personal information collected by ÜAD will only be used for the following purposes:

• Processing your article and managing the peer review process
  
• Publishing your article and making it accessible in accordance with the journal’s archiving policies
  
• Informing you about updates related to your article
  
• Submitting article information to necessary databases and indexes
  
• If your article is accepted and published, your name, institution information, and other identifying details provided during submission will be publicly accessible on the journal’s website along with the article.
  

Protection of Personal Information
ÜAD protects personal information in accordance with confidentiality principles, and only authorized journal personnel have access to this information. ÜAD takes necessary technical and administrative measures to safeguard personal information.

Updates to this Statement
ÜAD may update its privacy policy from time to time. Changes to this privacy policy will take effect immediately upon publication on the journal’s website. It is recommended that you regularly check this page to stay informed of any changes.

Contact
For questions about the privacy statement or requests regarding your personal information, please contact us:

• Email: uadergisi@gmail.com
  
• Address: Maltepe University, Istanbul, Turkey
  

This Privacy Statement underscores ÜAD’s commitment to privacy and its dedication to ensuring the security of our authors, reviewers, and readers.