Privacy Statement

Effective Date: Aug 10, 2023 | Last Updated: July 25, 2025

At Publibre (formerly XOABD), we value your trust and are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Statement explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, submit content, or interact with our services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal and non-personal information in the following ways:

  • Account and Submission Data: When you register, submit publications, or communicate with us, we may collect your name, email address, institutional affiliation, country, and other relevant professional information.

  • Automatically Collected Data: Through cookies and analytics tools, we may collect your IP address, browser type, device information, and usage data to enhance performance and user experience.

  • Correspondence Data: Any emails, forms, or messages sent to Publibre are stored securely for record-keeping and communication purposes.

2. Use of Collected Information

We use your information to:

  • Manage your account and publication submissions

  • Maintain accurate publication records

  • Communicate updates, notifications, or editorial decisions

  • Improve user experience and website functionality

  • Comply with legal, ethical, and data integrity obligations

Publibre does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

Your data may be shared only when necessary:

  • With editorial or review teams for the purpose of manuscript handling

  • With indexing or archiving services (e.g., Crossref, SEIPID, X-PEN ID) for persistent recordkeeping

  • With regulatory or legal authorities when required by law

All third parties are bound by confidentiality and data protection agreements.

4. Cookies and Analytics

Publibre uses cookies to improve functionality and user experience.
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, some parts of the site may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

5. Data Storage and Retention

All information is securely stored on protected servers.
User data and publication metadata are retained permanently for scholarly recordkeeping unless deletion is explicitly requested and legally permissible.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access and update your personal information

  • Request correction or deletion of inaccurate data

  • Withdraw consent for certain uses of your data

  • Request information on how your data is used

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@pub.xpertno.com

7. Security

Publibre implements appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal data from loss, misuse, unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.

8. Policy Updates

Publibre reserves the right to update this Privacy Statement periodically. The “Last Updated” date will reflect the latest revision. Continued use of the website signifies acceptance of the updated terms.