Privacy Statement

The International Journal of Convergence Research in Engineering, Technology & Management (IJCRETM) is committed to protecting the privacy, confidentiality, and security of personal information collected from authors, reviewers, editors, readers, and other users of the journal website. This privacy statement explains how personal data is collected, used, stored, and protected in accordance with accepted international publishing standards and ethical guidelines.

1. Collection of Personal Information

IJCRETM collects personal information only when it is voluntarily provided by users during activities such as journal registration, manuscript submission, peer review participation, editorial processes, subscription to notifications or announcements, and communication with the journal office. The information collected may include name, affiliation, designation, email address, contact details, ORCID ID, manuscript-related information, review comments, and editorial correspondence.

2. Purpose of Data Collection

Personal data collected by IJCRETM is used exclusively for scholarly and administrative purposes, including managing manuscript submissions and peer-review workflows, facilitating editorial and publishing processes, communicating with authors, reviewers, and editors, maintaining academic records and publication metadata, providing access to journal content and services, and improving the quality, security, and functionality of the journal platform. The information is not used for commercial or unrelated purposes.

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

IJCRETM does not sell, trade, or rent users’ personal information to third parties. Personal data may be shared only when necessary for journal operations, such as with editors and reviewers involved in manuscript evaluation, indexing agencies, DOI registration services, or archiving systems for publication-related metadata, and when required by legal or regulatory authorities. All data sharing is strictly limited to academic and publishing requirements.

4. Confidentiality of Manuscripts and Reviews

All submitted manuscripts are treated as confidential documents. Reviewer identities are protected under the double-blind peer-review process. Editorial decisions and review reports are accessible only to authorized editorial staff. IJCRETM ensures that unpublished materials are not disclosed or misused.

5. Data Security and Storage

IJCRETM employs appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard personal information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. Data is stored securely within the journal management system and is accessible only to authorized personnel. Regular system updates and security practices are maintained to protect user data.

6. Cookies and Website Usage Data

The journal website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, maintain session information, and analyze website traffic and performance. Cookies do not collect personally identifiable information without user consent. Users may control cookie preferences through their browser settings.

7. User Rights

Users have the right to access their personal data stored by the journal, update or correct their profile information, request removal of personal data subject to publication and archival requirements, and withdraw consent for non-essential communications. Requests related to personal data may be directed to the journal’s editorial office.

8. Data Retention Policy

Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill academic, editorial, and legal obligations. Published article metadata may be retained permanently for indexing, archiving, and maintaining the scholarly record.

9. Third-Party Links

The journal website may contain links to external websites. IJCRETM is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of external platforms separately.

10. Policy Updates

This privacy statement may be updated periodically to reflect changes in journal practices, legal requirements, or technological advancements. Any updates will be published on the journal website, and continued use of the site implies acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact Information

For questions or concerns regarding this privacy statement or data handling practices, please contact:
Editorial Office
International Journal of Convergence Research in Engineering, Technology & Management (IJCRETM)
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