Privacy Statement
Advances in Biosciences Research (ABR) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our authors, reviewers, subscribers, and all other individuals interacting with the journal. This Privacy Statement outlines how personal information is collected, used, stored, and protected, and how we ensure that your privacy is respected during your interaction with our journal.
Key Elements of the Privacy Statement:
- Information Collection: We collect the following types of personal information from authors, reviewers, and subscribers:
- For Authors and Reviewers: Name, email address, institutional affiliation, contact details, manuscript submissions, peer review comments, and other relevant data associated with the submission and review process.
- For Subscribers: Name, email address, subscription preferences, and usage data related to journal access (e.g., articles read, downloaded).
- For Website Visitors: We may collect IP addresses, browser types, device information, and usage data to improve the functionality of our website.
- Use of Personal Information: The personal information we collect is used for the following purposes:
- For Authors: To manage manuscript submissions, track progress, communicate about revisions, and process publication of accepted articles.
- For Reviewers: To manage the peer review process and communicate feedback and decisions regarding manuscripts.
- For Subscribers: To provide updates about new content, notifications of published articles, special issues, and subscription-related matters.
- For Website Visitors: To analyze website traffic, improve user experience, and enhance website content and functionality.
- Data Storage and Protection: We take reasonable steps to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. We use secure servers and encryption technologies to safeguard personal data during transmission and storage. Access to personal data is limited to authorized personnel involved in the editorial, review, and administrative processes of the journal.
- Data Sharing: Advances in Biosciences Research does not sell or rent personal information to third parties. However, personal data may be shared in the following situations:
- Peer Review: We share manuscript-related information with reviewers and editors as part of the peer review process. Reviewers may see personal details of the manuscript's authors and other relevant metadata.
- Service Providers: We may share personal information with trusted service providers who help with the operation of the journal, such as hosting, payment processing, and email distribution services.
- Legal Requirements: If required by law, we may disclose personal information to comply with legal obligations or respond to legal claims.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: The journal’s website may use cookies and other tracking technologies to enhance the user experience. Cookies are small text files placed on a user's device that help us track preferences, site usage, and improve functionality.
- Users can adjust their browser settings to block cookies or receive notifications when cookies are being sent. However, disabling cookies may limit the functionality of some features on our site.
- Data Retention: We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Statement, including maintaining a record of submitted manuscripts and correspondence. After the purpose has been fulfilled, data will be securely deleted or anonymized in accordance with our data retention policies.
- Access and Control Over Your Data: Authors, reviewers, and subscribers have the right to access, correct, or delete their personal information. If you would like to update your personal details, withdraw consent, or request data deletion, please contact the editorial office. We will respond to your request in compliance with applicable data protection laws.
- Third-Party Links: The journal’s website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of other websites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites before providing personal information.
- International Data Transfers: As an international journal, personal data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside of your own. We ensure that all data transfers comply with applicable data protection laws to ensure the security and privacy of your information.
- Changes to This Privacy Statement: We may update this Privacy Statement periodically to reflect changes in our privacy practices or legal obligations. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the updated version will be effective immediately upon posting. Please review this Privacy Statement regularly to stay informed about how we are protecting your data.
Conclusion:
Advances in Biosciences Research is committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is used responsibly. We comply with applicable data protection laws and ensure that your information is kept secure, accessible only to those who need it, and used only for the purposes outlined in this statement.
