Privacy Statement of Makira Journal
At Makira Journal of Natural Resource Management and Conservation, we are committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal information. This privacy statement explains how we collect, use, and protect the personal data of authors, reviewers, readers, and other visitors to our website and services. By accessing or using our services, you agree to the terms outlined in this statement.
1. Information We Collect
We collect personal data in the course of our interactions with users, which may include the following:
- Authors: Name, contact information (email, phone number, affiliation), manuscript details, and related communications during the submission, peer review, and publication process.
- Reviewers: Name, contact information, affiliation, and other details related to the review process (e.g., comments and feedback provided).
- Readers/Website Visitors: Information such as IP addresses, browser type, and access times through analytics tools like Google Analytics. Personal data may also include any information you provide voluntarily, such as through contact forms or newsletter subscriptions.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the personal data we collect for the following purposes:
- For Authors: To manage manuscript submissions, peer reviews, editorial decisions, and communication about the status of your submission.
- For Reviewers: To facilitate the review process and communicate feedback to authors.
- For Readers: To provide access to our journal content, improve user experience, and send notifications about new publications, updates, or events (if you have subscribed).
- For Website and Service Improvement: To analyze site traffic, improve our website and services, and respond to any inquiries or feedback.
3. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your personal data in the following instances:
- With Editorial and Peer Review Teams: In order to facilitate the peer review and publication process, we may share your information with editorial board members, reviewers, and other personnel involved in the journal's management.
- With Service Providers: We may use third-party service providers to assist in maintaining the journal, including hosting services, email communication, and analytics. These providers are contractually bound to protect your data and use it only for the services they provide.
- Legal Compliance: We may disclose personal data if required to do so by law, court order, or other legal obligation.
4. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by applicable laws. For example, we may keep records of manuscript submissions and reviews for a reasonable period for reference or historical purposes.
5. Security of Your Information
We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, please be aware that no data transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: The right to request access to the personal data we hold about you.
- Correction: The right to request correction of any inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Deletion: The right to request deletion of your personal data, subject to applicable exceptions.
- Opt-Out: The right to opt out of receiving marketing communications, such as newsletters or updates.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at the details provided below.
7. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. These third parties have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their practices. We encourage you to review their privacy statements before providing any personal information.
8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience on our website, analyze website usage, and personalize content. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies. You can adjust your browser settings to manage or block cookies, although this may impact your experience with our site.
9. Updates to This Privacy Statement
We may update this privacy statement from time to time. When we do, we will post the revised statement on our website with an updated "Effective Date." Please review this statement periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your personal information.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy statement or how we handle your personal data, please contact us at:
Makira Journal of Natural Resource Management and Conservation
Email: info@makirajournal.org
Website: makirajournal.org