Privacy Statement

Imperial Publications is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of authors, reviewers, editors, and readers who access and use our Open Journal Systems (OJS) platform. This Privacy Statement explains how personal data is collected, used, and safeguarded when interacting with our journal management and publishing services.

1. Collection of Personal Information
When users register or submit manuscripts on the Imperial Publications OJS platform, certain personal information may be collected. This may include the user’s name, institutional affiliation, email address, contact details, and other information necessary for editorial communication and manuscript processing.

2. Use of Collected Information
The personal information collected through the OJS system is used exclusively for academic publishing purposes, including:

  • Managing manuscript submissions and peer review processes

  • Communication between authors, editors, and reviewers

  • Editorial decision-making and publication workflows

  • Sending notifications regarding journal activities, submissions, or updates

Imperial Publications does not use personal data for commercial marketing unrelated to journal publishing.

3. Confidentiality of Manuscripts and Reviews
All manuscripts submitted to Imperial Publications journals are treated as confidential documents. Personal information associated with authors, reviewers, and editorial participants will only be accessible to authorized editorial staff involved in the peer review and publication process.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
Personal data collected through the OJS platform will not be shared, sold, or disclosed to third parties except where necessary for journal publishing functions (such as DOI registration agencies, indexing services, or technical hosting services) or when required by law.

5. Data Security
Imperial Publications takes reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect user data against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. Access to personal data is restricted to authorized personnel responsible for journal administration.

6. Cookies and System Logs
The OJS platform may use cookies and server logs to enhance user experience, maintain system security, and generate usage statistics. These data are used solely for system administration and improving the platform’s performance.

7. User Rights
Registered users may request correction or updating of their personal information by accessing their account profile on the OJS platform. Users may also contact the journal administration for assistance regarding personal data management.

8. Policy Updates
Imperial Publications reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Statement when necessary to reflect changes in legal requirements, publishing policies, or technological improvements. Updated versions will be posted on the website.

9. Contact Information
For questions regarding this Privacy Statement or the handling of personal data, users may contact:

Imperial Publications
Email: info@imperialpublications.com