Privacy Statement for the International Journal of Applied Computer Science (IJACS)
The International Journal of Applied Computer Science (IJACS) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of its authors, reviewers, editors, and other stakeholders. This privacy statement outlines how we collect, use, store, and safeguard personal data in the course of our operations as a peer-reviewed academic journal.
Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal information:
- Author and Reviewer Details: Name, email address, institutional affiliation, and ORCID iD (if provided) during manuscript submission or review processes.
- Contact Information: Data provided when individuals correspond with the journal, subscribe to updates, or participate in editorial activities.
- Usage Data: Technical information (e.g., IP addresses, browser type) collected via our website for analytical purposes.
How We Use Your Information
Personal data is used solely for the purposes of:
- Managing the submission, peer review, and publication of articles.
- Communicating with authors, reviewers, and editorial team members about journal activities.
- Improving our services and ensuring the security of our online platform.
Data Sharing and Disclosure
- Peer Review Process: Author names and affiliations may be shared with reviewers, and reviewer identities may be disclosed to editors, but reviewer anonymity is preserved unless explicitly waived.
- Third Parties: We do not sell or share personal information with third parties except as required by law or with trusted service providers (e.g., hosting platforms, email services) under strict confidentiality agreements.
- Public Access: Published articles may include author names and affiliations as part of the scholarly record, in line with academic publishing norms.
Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no online system is entirely immune to risks, and we strive to mitigate these to the best of our ability.
Retention
Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined above or to comply with legal obligations. Submission-related data (e.g., reviewer records) may be archived for editorial continuity and integrity.
Your Rights
Individuals have the right to:
- Access, correct, or request deletion of their personal data held by IJACS, subject to legal and operational constraints.
- Opt out of non-essential communications (e.g., newsletters) at any time. To exercise these rights, please contact our editorial office at support@focusjournals.org
Changes to This Statement
IJACS reserves the right to update this privacy statement as needed. Any changes will be posted on our website with an updated effective date.
Contact Us
For questions or concerns about our privacy practices, please reach out to the IJACS editorial team at editor@focusjournals.org.
Effective Date: January 25, 2016
