Cookie Policy
Understanding how we use cookies to improve your experience
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the website owners.
How We Use Cookies
At Scientific Publications, we use cookies to:
- Essential Operations: Enable basic website functions like login and navigation
- Performance & Analytics: Understand how visitors use our site to improve user experience
- Functionality: Remember your preferences and settings
- Security: Protect your account and prevent fraud
- Personalization: Provide relevant content and recommendations
Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies.
Examples: Session cookies, authentication cookies, CSRF tokensFunctional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They remember your preferences, such as language settings and display preferences.
Examples: Language preferences, font size settings, theme preferencesPerformance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our site.
Examples: Google Analytics, page view tracking, click trackingMarketing & Targeting Cookies
These cookies track your browsing habits to deliver targeted advertising and measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns.
Examples: Social media cookies, advertising cookies, retargeting cookiesCookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Identity.Application | Authentication and user session | Session | Essential |
| Antiforgery | CSRF protection | Session | Essential |
| LanguagePreference | Stores language selection | 1 year | Functional |
| ThemePreference | Stores display theme preference | 1 year | Functional |
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years | Analytics |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours | Analytics |
| _gat | Google Analytics - throttles request rate | 1 minute | Analytics |
| CookieConsent | Stores cookie consent preferences | 1 year | Essential |
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
Cookie Preference Center
Required for website functionality
Remember your preferences
Help us improve our site
Personalize advertising
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View and delete cookies already stored on your device
- Block all or third-party cookies
- Clear cookies when you close your browser
For more information, visit your browser's help documentation:
Third-Party Cookies
We use services provided by third parties that may set cookies on your device. These include:
- Google Analytics: Helps us analyze website traffic and user behavior
- Google reCAPTCHA: Protects our forms from spam
- Social Media Platforms: Enable sharing content on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook
- ORCID: Authentication for author identification
- Crossref: DOI resolution and citation tracking
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices. We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on this page
- Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
- Displaying a notice on our website for significant changes
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
Questions About Cookies?
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact our Data Protection Officer.
Email: info@scipublications.com
Contact Privacy Team