Privacy Policy

At the International Journal of Multidisciplinary Comprehensive Research (IJMCR), we are committed to protecting the privacy of our authors, reviewers, and readers. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard personal information in compliance with international privacy standards.

1. Information Collection
We collect personal information from authors, reviewers, and readers to ensure the efficient management of the journal and its operations. This includes:

Authors: Full name, email address, institutional affiliation, and contact details provided during manuscript submission.
Reviewers: Full name, email address, institutional affiliation, and expertise areas.
Readers: When subscribing to our journal or signing up for alerts, we may collect names and email addresses.

2. Use of Information
The information collected is used solely for the purposes of:

Manuscript processing and peer review.
Communicating with authors and reviewers regarding submissions.
Managing subscriptions and distributing notifications about new issues or content.
Improving journal operations and user experience.
We do not share personal information with third parties, except when required by law or necessary for journal management, such as sharing manuscript details with reviewers.

3. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. All personal data is stored securely and only accessible to authorized personnel involved in the editorial process.

4. Cookies
Our website may use cookies to enhance user experience. Cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the site, allowing us to optimize its functionality. Users may choose to disable cookies via browser settings; however, this may limit access to some features.

5. Data Retention
Personal data will be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, such as completing the publication process and maintaining records for legal and operational purposes.

6. Rights of Data Subjects
Authors, reviewers, and readers have the right to:

Access the personal information we hold.
Request corrections to inaccurate data.
Request the deletion of personal data where legally permissible.
Withdraw consent to the processing of personal information.

7. Policy Updates
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy as needed to reflect legal and operational changes. Any updates will be posted on our website, and users are encouraged to review the policy periodically.

8. Contact Us
For any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of personal data, please contact us at [published.manuscript@gmail.com].