Privacy Policy
The International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of individuals who interact with our services, including our website, submission portals, and related platforms (collectively, the "Services"). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. By accessing or using our Services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
a. Personal Information
- Identity Data: Name, title, and affiliation (e.g., university or institution).
- Contact Data: Email address, phone number, and mailing address.
- Professional Data: Academic credentials, research interests, and submitted manuscripts or publications.
- Account Data: Login credentials (e.g., username and password) for registered users of our submission or peer-review systems.
b. Non-Personal Information
- Usage Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, time spent on our Services, and referring URLs.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Information collected through cookies, web beacons, or similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website performance.
c. Submitted Content
- Manuscripts, research papers, abstracts, and supporting materials submitted for publication or review.
How We Collect Information
We collect information in the following ways:
- Directly from You: When you submit a manuscript, register for an account, subscribe to our newsletter, or contact us.
- Automatically: Through your use of our Services, including website analytics and cookies.
- From Third Parties: From co-authors, reviewers, or institutional partners, where applicable and with your consent or as permitted by law.
How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
- To process, review, and publish research submissions.
- To manage user accounts and provide access to our Services.
- To communicate with you regarding submissions, editorial updates, or journal-related announcements.
- To improve our Services, including website functionality and user experience.
- To comply with legal obligations or enforce our policies.
- To send promotional materials or newsletters (with your consent, where required).
Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal information based on:
- Consent: Where you have provided explicit permission (e.g., for newsletters).
- Contractual Necessity: To fulfill our obligations related to manuscript submission and publication.
- Legitimate Interests: For operational purposes, such as improving our Services or ensuring security.
- Legal Obligations: To comply with applicable laws or regulations.
Sharing Your Information
We may share your information with:
- Editorial and Peer Review Teams: For the purpose of reviewing submissions.
- Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist with website hosting, data storage, or analytics, under strict confidentiality agreements.
- Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights, safety, or property.
- Public Disclosure: Author names, affiliations, and published works will be made publicly available as part of the publication process, consistent with academic norms.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no system is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of data transmitted over the internet.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes. For example:
- Account data is retained while your account is active and for a reasonable period thereafter.
- Published works and associated metadata are retained indefinitely as part of the academic record.
Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request a copy of the data we hold about you.
- Correction: Request updates or corrections to inaccurate information.
- Deletion: Request removal of your data, subject to legal or contractual limitations.
- Objection: Object to certain uses of your data, such as marketing communications.
- Portability: Request your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at [insert contact email or address]. We will respond within the timeframes required by applicable law.
International Data Transfers
As an international journal, your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your jurisdiction, including regions with different data protection laws. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as standard contractual clauses, to protect your data during such transfers.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies to enhance your experience on our website. You may adjust your browser settings to disable cookies, but this may limit access to certain features of our Services.
Third-Party Links
Our Services may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The updated version will be posted on our website with a revised "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: editor@ijsr.net
Regards,
Editorial Team, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR)