Privacy Statement

The International Journal of Cyber Security, Cloud & Engineering Research (IJCSCER) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of its authors, reviewers, editors, and readers. This privacy statement outlines how personal data is collected, used, and safeguarded by the journal.

1. Collection of Personal Information

IJCSCER may collect personal information such as names, institutional affiliations, email addresses, contact details, and professional credentials during the submission, review, and publication processes.

This information is collected solely for academic, editorial, and administrative purposes.

2. Use of Information

The personal information collected is used for:

  • Managing manuscript submissions and peer review processes
  • Communication with authors, reviewers, and editors
  • Publication and dissemination of scholarly articles
  • Maintaining journal records and indexing requirements
  • Improving journal services and operations

Personal data will not be used for commercial purposes or unrelated activities.

3. Confidentiality and Data Protection

IJCSCER ensures that all personal information is handled with strict confidentiality. Appropriate technical and organizational measures are implemented to protect data against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or misuse.

4. Sharing of Information

Personal information may be shared only when necessary with:

  • Editorial board members and reviewers for the peer review process
  • Publishing and indexing partners for academic dissemination

The journal does not sell, rent, or share personal data with third parties for marketing or commercial purposes.

5. Author and Reviewer Privacy

  • Manuscripts under review are treated as confidential documents.
  • Reviewer identities remain anonymous in the double-blind review process.
  • Authors’ personal details are used only for publication and communication purposes.

6. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill editorial and publication requirements. The journal may archive certain information for record-keeping and compliance purposes.

7. Consent

By submitting a manuscript or participating in the journal’s activities, authors, reviewers, and editors consent to the collection and use of their personal information as described in this policy.

8. Updates to Privacy Policy

IJCSCER reserves the right to update or modify this privacy statement at any time. Any changes will be reflected on the journal’s official platform.