Privacy Policy
Saiyanshi Publications (“the Publisher,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of authors, reviewers, editors, and website users. This Privacy Policy explains how personal information is collected, used, stored, and protected when users interact with our publisher and journal websites.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal data:
- Name, institutional affiliation, and contact details (such as email address)
- Manuscript-related information provided during submission, review, and publication
- Reviewer and editor information necessary for editorial processes
- ORCID or similar researcher identifiers (where provided)
- Payment and billing information (if applicable)
- Technical data such as IP address, browser type, and usage data collected through cookies or similar technologies
2. Purpose of Data Collection
Personal data is collected and used solely for legitimate academic and administrative purposes, including:
- Manuscript submission, peer review, editorial decision-making, and publication
- Communication with authors, reviewers, and editors
- Indexing, archiving, and dissemination of published content
- Website operation, security, and performance monitoring
- Compliance with legal, ethical, and administrative requirements
3. Legal Basis for Processing
Personal data is processed based on one or more of the following legal grounds:
- The user’s consent
- Performance of a contract (such as manuscript submission and publication)
- Compliance with legal obligations
- Legitimate interests related to scholarly publishing, editorial integrity, and website security
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
- Personal data may be shared only when necessary and limited to:
- Editors and reviewers involved in the peer-review process
- Journal management and publishing service providers
- Indexing and abstracting services
- Website hosting, analytics, and payment service providers (where applicable)
- We do not sell or rent personal data to third parties.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our websites may use cookies or similar technologies to improve functionality, analyze usage, and enhance user experience. Users may disable cookies through their browser settings; however, some website features may not function properly as a result.
6. Data Retention
Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, including maintaining the scholarly record, meeting legal obligations, and supporting editorial and publication processes.
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. While no system can guarantee absolute security, we take appropriate steps to safeguard information entrusted to us.
8. User Rights
Users have the right to:
- Request access to their personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
- Request deletion of personal data, where legally and practically feasible
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
- Raise concerns or complaints regarding data processing
- Requests may be submitted by contacting us using the details provided below.
9. Third-Party Links
Our websites may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites, and users are encouraged to review their respective privacy policies.
10. Policy Updates
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in legal requirements or publishing practices. Any updates will be posted on this page, and continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
11. Contact Information
For questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or personal data, please contact:
Saiyanshi Publications
Email: info@saiyanshipublications.com
