Privacy Statement

The International Journal of Research and Applied Innovations (IJRAI) is committed to protecting the confidentiality and security of personal information shared with us by authors, reviewers, editors, and readers. This Privacy Statement explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data in the course of our publishing and editorial activities.

1. Collection of Personal Information

During the manuscript submission and peer-review process, IJRAI may collect:

· Author names, affiliations, and contact details

· Reviewer and editor information for communication and evaluation

· ORCID iDs (optional)

· Submission metadata (titles, abstracts, keywords, etc.)

All collected information is used exclusively for journal-related purposes and is never shared with third parties without prior consent.

2. Use of Personal Data

The information you provide is used strictly to:

· Communicate submission status, reviews, and publication decisions

· Assign reviewers and facilitate the editorial process

· Maintain accurate author, reviewer, and editorial records

· Display author details (name and affiliation only) on published articles

Note: IJRAI does not sell, rent, or disclose personal data to external parties.

3. Confidentiality in Peer Review

IJRAI follows a double-blind peer review process.

· Manuscripts, reviewer identities, and editorial comments are treated as strictly confidential.

· Reviewers are required to maintain confidentiality and must not share or discuss manuscripts without authorization.

4. Cookies and Website Usage

Our website may use cookies to improve user experience and monitor site performance. No personally identifiable information is collected through cookies without user consent.

5. Data Security

We employ appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to ensure the security and confidentiality of personal data. However, due to the nature of online communication, complete security cannot be guaranteed.

6. Third-Party Links

The IJRAI website may contain links to external websites. The journal is not responsible for the privacy policies, practices, or content of these third-party sites.

7. Access and Correction

Individuals have the right to:

· Request access to their personal data held by the journal

· Request corrections or deletion of inaccurate or outdated data, where applicable

8. Policy Updates

This Privacy Statement may be updated periodically to reflect changes in legal, technical, or operational requirements. The latest version will always be available on the IJEETR website.

Contact Information

For any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Statement, please contact:

Email: editor@ijeetr.com