Privacy policy
Use of Personal Data
The Virtual Times International Multidisciplinary Law Journal (VTIMLJ) collects and processes personal data solely for the purpose of managing the submission, peer review, and publication process. All data will be handled in compliance with applicable data protection laws and the journal’s privacy policy.
Types of Data Collected
The journal may collect the following information from authors, reviewers, and editorial board members:
- Personal Details: Name, affiliation, email address, and contact details.
- Manuscript Information: Submitted research papers, revisions, and related documents.
- Financial Information: Payment details for processing publication fees (secured and confidential).
- Technical Data: IP addresses, login information, and interactions with the journal’s website for security and analytics purposes.
Legal Basis for Processing Data
VTIMLJ processes data based on:
- Consent: When users voluntarily submit information (e.g., manuscript submission).
- Contractual Necessity: To manage peer review and publication.
- Legitimate Interest: Ensuring journal security, indexing, and operational efficiency.
- Legal Obligations: Complying with data protection laws and regulatory requirements.
Data Usage and Processing
Personal data will be used only for journal-related operations, including manuscript tracking, peer review, correspondence, and indexing. Data may be used to generate anonymized statistical reports for journal improvement but will never be shared with unauthorized third parties. Authors may be required to provide their explicit consent for data usage in accordance with legal requirements.
Data Sharing and Confidentiality
Personal data will not be sold, shared, or disclosed to third parties without prior consent, except when required by law and for working of journals. Reviewers and editorial members are obligated to maintain confidentiality regarding manuscript details and author identities.
Data Security and Retention
The journal implements industry-standard encryption and security measures to protect collected data. Personal data will be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill publication and archival requirements. Authors may request access to, correction, or deletion of their personal data in compliance with applicable laws.
Security Measures
The journal employs the following security measures:
- Encryption & Secure Storage: Personal data is encrypted and stored on secure servers.
- Access Control: Only authorized personnel have access to sensitive information.
- Data Backup: Regular backups prevent data loss from technical failures.
- Incident Response Plan: Protocols in place for reporting and managing data breaches.
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