Privacy Policy
Everant Publisher Pvt. Ltd.
Everant Publisher Pvt. Ltd. (“Everant Publisher”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) respects the privacy of authors, reviewers, editors, readers, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information through our journals, websites, and publishing services.
By using our websites or submitting manuscripts to our journals, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following information:
Personal Information
- Full name
- Email address
- Institutional affiliation
- ORCID ID (if provided)
- Contact details
- Country and professional information
Manuscript Information
- Submitted articles and supplementary files
- Author details
- Reviewer comments
- Editorial communications
Technical Information
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Cookies and usage data
2. How We Use Information
We use collected information for purposes including:
- Manuscript submission and processing
- Peer review and editorial management
- Communication with authors, reviewers, and editors
- Journal publication and indexing
- DOI registration and metadata distribution
- Website administration and security
- Improving user experience and journal services
- Compliance with legal and ethical obligations
3. Confidentiality of Manuscripts
Submitted manuscripts and reviewer reports are treated as confidential documents.
We take reasonable measures to protect:
- Unpublished research data
- Reviewer identities (where applicable)
- Editorial decisions and communications
Access is limited to authorized editorial and publishing personnel.
4. Cookies and Analytics
Our websites may use cookies and analytics technologies to:
- Improve website functionality
- Understand visitor behavior
- Enhance user experience
- Maintain website security
Users may disable cookies through browser settings, although some website features may not function properly.
5. Data Sharing
We do not sell or rent personal information to third parties.
Information may be shared only when necessary with:
- Editorial staff and reviewers
- DOI registration agencies
- Indexing and abstracting services
- Website hosting and technical service providers
- Legal authorities where required by law
6. Published Articles
Published articles may include:
- Author names
- Affiliations
- Corresponding author email address
- ORCID information (if provided)
This information becomes publicly accessible as part of the scholarly publication record.
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information from:
- Unauthorized access
- Data loss
- Misuse
- Alteration or disclosure
However, no online system can guarantee absolute security.
8. Retention of Information
We may retain personal and manuscript-related information for:
- Editorial records
- Publication history
- Legal compliance
- Archiving and indexing purposes
Retention periods may vary depending on journal and legal requirements.
9. Third-Party Links
Our websites may contain links to third-party websites, including indexing services, DOI agencies, and external resources.
We are not responsible for:
- Third-party privacy practices
- External website content
- External data collection policies
Users should review the privacy policies of external websites separately.
10. Author and User Rights
Users may request:
- Access to personal information
- Correction of inaccurate data
- Removal of certain personal information where applicable
Requests may be subject to legal, editorial, or publication record requirements.
11. Children’s Privacy
Our services are intended for academic and professional use and are not directed toward children under the age required by applicable law.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
Everant Publisher Pvt. Ltd. reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time.
Updated versions will be posted on the official website with the revised effective date.
13. Contact Information
For privacy-related questions or concerns, please contact the respective journal editorial office or publisher through the official website.
14. Consent
By using our websites, submitting manuscripts, or participating in the peer-review process, users consent to the collection and use of information as described in this Privacy Policy.
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