Privacy Statement
The International Journal of Emerging Research Frontiers (IJERF) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of authors, reviewers, editors, readers, and all users of the journal website. This Privacy Statement explains how personal information is collected, used, stored, and protected in connection with the journal's publishing activities and online services.
By accessing the journal website, submitting manuscripts, registering as a user, or participating in the peer-review and publication process, users acknowledge and agree to the practices described in this Privacy Statement.
Collection of Personal Information
IJERF may collect personal information necessary for the operation and management of the journal, including but not limited to:
- Name and professional title.
- Institutional affiliation.
- Email address.
- Postal address.
- Telephone number (if provided).
- ORCID iD and researcher identifiers (if provided).
- User account information.
- Manuscript submission and publication details.
Purpose of Information Collection
Personal information is collected solely for purposes directly related to scholarly publishing and journal administration. Such purposes include:
- Managing manuscript submissions and peer review.
- Communicating with authors, reviewers, and editors.
- Publishing accepted articles.
- Maintaining journal records and metadata.
- Providing access to journal services.
- Improving website functionality and user experience.
- Complying with legal and ethical publishing requirements.
Confidentiality of Information
IJERF treats all personal information as confidential and takes reasonable measures to protect it from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Personal information will only be accessed by authorized individuals involved in the editorial and publication process.
Use of Personal Data
Personal information collected by the journal will be used exclusively for the stated purposes and will not be sold, rented, or disclosed to third parties for commercial purposes without the consent of the individual concerned, except where required by law.
Peer Review Confidentiality
Information related to manuscript submissions and peer review is handled with strict confidentiality. Reviewer identities are protected in accordance with the journal's double-blind peer-review policy, and manuscript content is treated as confidential during the review process.
Cookies and Website Analytics
The journal website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, improve website functionality, and collect anonymous statistical information regarding website usage. Users may adjust their browser settings to manage or disable cookies if desired.
Data Retention
Personal information may be retained for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes of scholarly publishing, maintain the academic record, comply with legal obligations, and support journal operations. Published article metadata may remain permanently accessible as part of the scholarly record.
Third-Party Services
The journal website may contain links to external websites, indexing services, repositories, or third-party platforms. IJERF is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites, and users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of those services separately.
User Rights
Users may request access to, correction of, or updating of their personal information by contacting the editorial office. Reasonable efforts will be made to address such requests in accordance with applicable legal and operational requirements.
Data Security
IJERF implements appropriate administrative, technical, and organizational measures to safeguard personal information and maintain the security of journal records and systems.
Changes to This Privacy Statement
The journal reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Statement as necessary to reflect changes in legal requirements, publishing standards, or operational practices. Updated versions will be published on the journal website.
Contact Information
Questions regarding this Privacy Statement or the handling of personal information may be directed to the editorial office through the official contact details provided on the journal website.
By using the IJERF website and services, users acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agreed to the terms outlined in this Privacy Statement.
