Privacy Statement for Mari Papel y Corrugado
This Privacy Statement has been crafted to comply with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), which is recognized globally as a standard for rigorous data protection. Our organization is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards in this regard.
1. Introduction
1.1 This website is operated by Mari Papel y Corrugado, serving as the data controller as defined in Article 4 of the GDPR. As an open-access publisher, we create platforms that facilitate scientific dialogue. This policy applies to your interaction with our website at www.maripapel.com. For any data protection inquiries, please reach us at info@maripapel.com.
1.2 This document outlines how we manage your personal data while you use our site, as required by Articles 12 and beyond of the GDPR. It specifies what information we collect and how it is utilized.
1.3 The security of your personal data is paramount to us, particularly regarding the safeguarding of your rights when we process this information. Depending on how you use our website, different types of personal data may be processed. Personal data refers to any information that can identify a natural person (hereafter “data subject”), which may include names, addresses, emails, phone numbers, and birthdates.
2. Automated Data Collection and Processing
2.1 Like most websites, our server automatically collects and temporarily stores data in server log files that your browser transmits during your visit. This may include:
- Your device’s IP address
- The webpage you visited before arriving at ours (referrer URL)
- The date, time, and duration of your session
- The type and version of your browser
- The device type and operating system
2.2 Storing server log files is essential for technical functionality and system security. This also includes your IP address, which may theoretically be linked back to you under specific conditions. Aside from the purposes mentioned, we only use these log files to improve our website according to user demand, without any personal identification. Access data is stored only as long as necessary for these purposes. For security reasons, your IP address is kept for up to two years. For information regarding cookies, please refer to Section 3.
2.3 If you use our website to explore our products and services, the temporary storage and processing of server log files is justified by Article 6, paragraph 1, lit. b of the GDPR, which permits data processing for contract fulfillment or pre-contractual measures. Additionally, Article 6, paragraph 1, lit. f serves as the basis for the temporary storage of technical access data, which is necessary to ensure a functional and secure website.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
3.1 Our website utilizes cookies and tracking technologies. Cookies are small text files containing identification numbers stored on your device when you visit our site. Upon your return, these cookies help recognize your device based on the stored identification number.
3.2 On your first visit, you will be prompted to consent to the use of cookies that collect personal data. You can either accept all cookies (“Allow all”), choose specific categories (Preferences, Statistics, Marketing), or make custom selections via the “Show details” button. Consent is voluntary and can be revoked at any time using the Cookiebot icon located at the bottom left corner of our website.
3.3 Cookies
3.3.1 Types of Cookies
- Essential Cookies: These are necessary for website functionality and compliance with legal obligations. The legal basis for processing is our legitimate interest (Article 6, paragraph 1, lit. f) and legal compliance (Article 6, paragraph 1, lit. c).
- Statistical Cookies: Used for analyzing website usage to enhance our services. The legal basis is your consent (Article 6, paragraph 1, lit. a), obtained through our cookie banner.
- Marketing Cookies: Aimed at improving your experience on our website. The legal basis for these cookies is your consent (Article 6, paragraph 1, lit. a).
3.3.2 Storage Duration of Cookies: Session cookies are deleted when the browser is closed, while persistent cookies remain; details about their storage duration can be found in our cookie management tool.
3.3.3 Individual Cookies: For specific information about individual cookies in use, please refer to the “show details” section of our cookie management tool.
4. Data Collection and Processing of Voluntarily Provided Information
4.1 Contact Forms: When you reach out through our contact form or other specified methods, your message and any provided contact information will be recorded and processed to address your inquiry and follow-up questions. We will not share this data with third parties unless necessary for processing your inquiry or with your explicit consent.
4.2 User Accounts: To access personalized services, you must register a user account and provide personal information such as your name, email, affiliation, and research interests. Your IP address will also be logged during registration and each time you access our services.
4.3 Newsletters: With your consent, you may subscribe to our newsletters. We use a double-opt-in process, sending a confirmation email after registration to verify your intention to receive our newsletter. Only your email address is necessary, while additional details are optional for personalized communication. You can unsubscribe at any time via the link provided in each newsletter.
5. Sharing Data with Third Parties
5.1 We may share some of your collected data with processors who operate under our instructions and not for their own purposes (Articles 28, 19, GDPR). These may include third-party databases or indexing services to share published article data.
5.2 If we transfer data to recipients outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure that adequate data protection measures are in place as stipulated by Articles 44 – 50 of the GDPR. We utilize binding corporate rules or standard contractual clauses for data protection when necessary.
6. Data Storage Duration
Unless stated otherwise, your personal data is processed and stored as long as necessary for the intended purpose. Regular deletions occur to comply with legal and contractual obligations unless further retention is required for specific reasons, such as legal compliance or evidence preservation.
7. Your Rights
You have the following rights concerning your personal data:
- Right to access
- Right to rectification or erasure
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to object to processing
- Right to data portability
