Privacy Policy

Introduction

SinoXiv China Preprint Platform (hereinafter referred to as "the Platform" or "we") attaches great importance to user privacy protection. This Privacy Policy is intended to explain to you how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information. Please read this policy carefully before using the Platform services.

This policy applies to the SinoXiv website and related services. If you do not agree with any content of this policy, please stop using the Platform services.

Information Collection

1.1 Registration Information: When you register an account, we collect your email address, password, name, affiliated institution, and other basic information.

1.2 Paper Information: When you submit a preprint, we collect the paper title, authors, abstract, keywords, discipline classification, and other content.

1.3 Usage Information: We automatically collect log information when you use the Platform services, including IP address, browser type, access time, pages visited, etc.

1.4 Device Information: We collect device information from the devices you use, including device model, operating system version, unique device identifier, etc.

Information Usage

2.1 We use your information for the following purposes:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the Platform services;
• Process your registration, submission, inquiry, and other requests;
• Send you service notifications and update information;
• Conduct data analysis and research to improve user experience;
• Prevent fraud and abuse, and ensure platform security.

2.2 We will not sell your personal information to any third party.

Information Sharing

3.1 We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With your explicit consent;
• Share with partners to provide the services you need;
• As required by laws and regulations, or in response to lawful requests from government agencies;
• To protect the legitimate rights and interests of the Platform, users, or the public.

3.2 We cooperate with third-party service providers (such as cloud storage, data analysis, etc.) and require them to comply with corresponding confidentiality obligations.

Information Storage & Security

4.1 Your personal information is stored within the territory of the People's Republic of China.

4.2 We take multiple security measures to protect your information, including encrypted transmission, access control, and security audits.

4.3 Although we strive to protect the security of your information, Internet transmission cannot guarantee absolute security. Please understand and bear the related risks.

5. Cookies & Similar Technologies

5.1 We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and personalize content.

5.2 You can refuse cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect the normal use of some features.

6. Your Rights

6.1 You have the right to access, correct, and delete your personal information.

6.2 You have the right to withdraw your consent to our processing of your personal information (but withdrawal of consent does not affect the validity of processing activities previously carried out based on consent).

6.3 You have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your personal information or request data portability.

6.4 If you wish to exercise the above rights, please contact us through the contact information at the end of this policy.

7. Protection of Minors

7.1 This Platform is primarily aimed at academic researchers and is not recommended for minors under the age of 18.

7.2 If you are the guardian of a minor and discover that the minor has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will delete the relevant information as soon as possible.

8. Policy Updates

8.1 We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated policy will be published on the Platform and will take effect immediately upon publication.

8.2 If you do not agree with the updated policy, you should stop using the Platform services.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions, comments, or suggestions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us through the following methods:

• Email: zazhibest@sina.com
• Phone: 15321812186
• Address:Hanwei International, Fengtai District, Beijing, China