Privacy Policy

The journal is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of authors, reviewers, editors, and readers. This Privacy Policy outlines how personal information is collected, used, stored, and protected in the course of journal operations.

All personal data is handled with strict confidentiality, used only for legitimate academic and publishing purposes, and processed in accordance with recognized ethical standards.

Collection of Information

The journal may collect personal information including:

  • Name, affiliation, and designation
  • Email address and contact details
  • ORCID ID (if provided)
  • Institutional and professional information
  • Manuscript-related data (submission, review, and publication details)

This information is collected during:

  • Manuscript submission
  • Peer review process
  • Editorial communication
  • Journal registration (if applicable)

Use of Information

The collected data is used solely for:

  • Managing manuscript submissions and peer review
  • Editorial decision-making and communication
  • Publication and indexing of accepted articles
  • Maintaining academic records
  • Improving journal services

The journal does not use personal data for commercial purposes.

Confidentiality of Data

  • Personal information of authors and reviewers is kept strictly confidential
  • Reviewer identities are protected under the double-blind peer review system
  • Manuscripts under review are treated as confidential documents

Editors and reviewers are required to maintain confidentiality and must not disclose or misuse unpublished information.

Data Protection and Security

The journal implements appropriate measures to safeguard personal data against:

  • Unauthorized access
  • Data loss or misuse
  • Disclosure to third parties

Access to personal information is restricted to authorized editorial personnel only.

Sharing of Information

The journal does not sell, trade, or share personal information with third parties, except:

  • When required for indexing and abstracting services
  • When mandated by legal or regulatory authorities
  • With consent of the individual concerned

Author and Reviewer Rights

Individuals have the right to:

  • Access their personal data
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request removal of personal data (subject to publication requirements)

Requests may be made by contacting the journal editorial office.

Policy Updates & Contact Information

The journal reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy as necessary. Any changes will be communicated through the journal website.

For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or data handling practices, authors and users may contact the journal through the official communication channels provided on the website.

Compliance with Ethical Standards

The journal adheres to internationally accepted ethical guidelines, including those recommended by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE), to ensure responsible handling of personal and research data.