Privacy Statement

The Journal of Social Impact Studies (JSIS) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of all individuals who interact with the journal, including authors, reviewers, editors, and readers. This Privacy Statement outlines how we collect, store, and use personal information in accordance with applicable privacy laws and ethical publishing standards.

1. Information We Collect

  • From Authors – Name, affiliation, email address, ORCID ID, and other details provided during manuscript submission.

  • From Reviewers – Name, affiliation, email address, areas of expertise, and review history.

  • From Readers – Basic information collected through website interactions, subscriptions, or alert sign-ups (e.g., name, email).

2. How We Use Collected Information

  • To process and manage manuscript submissions.

  • To facilitate the peer review process.

  • To communicate editorial decisions, updates, and journal announcements.

  • To maintain internal records, improve services, and enhance user experience.

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

  • JSIS does not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties.

  • Personal data is shared only with individuals directly involved in the editorial process (e.g., editors, reviewers) under strict confidentiality.

  • In exceptional cases, information may be disclosed to comply with legal obligations or in response to proven ethical breaches (e.g., research misconduct).

4. Data Storage and Security

  • All personal information is stored securely in password-protected systems.

  • Only authorized editorial staff have access to user data.

  • The journal uses secure servers and takes reasonable precautions to protect against data breaches.

5. Cookies and Website Tracking

  • The JSIS website may use cookies to enhance user experience, track site usage, and improve content delivery.

  • Users can disable cookies in their browser settings, though some website features may not function properly without them.

6. User Rights

  • Individuals have the right to request access to, correction of, or deletion of their personal information.

  • Requests can be made by contacting the editorial office via the email provided on the journal’s website.

7. Changes to This Policy

  • JSIS reserves the right to update this Privacy Statement at any time.

  • Any significant changes will be communicated via the journal website.