Privacy Statement

The Indian Journal of Astrology and Occult (IJAO) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our authors, reviewers, and readers. This privacy statement outlines the types of information we collect, how it is used, and the measures we take to ensure its security.

Information Collection and Use
1. Personal Information
Authors: When submitting a manuscript, authors provide personal information such as names, affiliations, email addresses, and other contact details. This information is used for communication, publication, and indexing purposes.
Reviewers: Reviewers provide personal information, including names, affiliations, and email addresses. This information is used to manage the peer-review process.
Readers: Readers who register for alerts or other services provide personal information, such as email addresses, which are used to deliver the requested services.

2. Non-Personal Information
We may collect non-personal information, such as browser type, IP address, and access times, to improve our website and services.

Use of Information
1. Communication: Personal information is used to communicate with authors, reviewers, and readers regarding submissions, reviews, publication status, and journal updates.
2. Publication: Author names and affiliations are published with accepted manuscripts. Email addresses and other personal information are not published or shared.
3. Marketing and Alerts: With consent, we use email addresses to send journal updates, newsletters, and alerts. Recipients can opt out of these communications at any time.

Data Security
1. Security Measures: We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
2. Access Control: Access to personal information is restricted to authorized personnel involved in the publication process.

Data Sharing
1. Third-Party Services: We may use third-party services for certain journal operations (e.g., manuscript submission systems, email alerts). These third parties are obligated to protect personal information in accordance with our privacy policy.
2. Legal Requirements: We may disclose personal information if required by law or to protect the rights, property, or safety of the journal, our users, or others.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies
1. Cookies: Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience and analyze site usage. Users can control cookie settings through their browser preferences.
2. Analytics: We use web analytics tools to understand how our website is used and to improve its functionality.

User Rights
1. Access and Correction: Users have the right to access and correct their personal information. Requests can be made by contacting the editorial office at [contact email].
2. Deletion: Users can request the deletion of their personal information. We will comply with such requests unless we are required to retain the information for legal or operational purposes.

Changes to this Privacy Statement
We may update this privacy statement periodically. By using our services, users agree to the terms outlined in this privacy statement.

This policy was last revised in July 2024.