Privacy Policy

Introduction

Globisteme International Journal (GIJ) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of authors, reviewers, editors, readers, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how the journal collects, uses, stores, and protects personal information provided through the journal website and publication process.

By using the journal website or submitting information to GIJ, users agree to the practices described in this policy.

Information Collected

GIJ may collect the following information:

Personal Information

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Institutional affiliation

  • Contact information

  • ORCID ID (if provided)

  • Academic and professional details

Submission Information

  • Manuscripts and supplementary files

  • Reviewer comments

  • Editorial communications

  • Publication-related information

Technical Information

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Website usage statistics

  • Cookies and analytics data

Purpose of Information Collection

Collected information may be used for:

  • Manuscript submission and processing

  • Peer-review management

  • Editorial communication

  • Publication and indexing purposes

  • Website administration

  • Improving journal services

  • Maintaining publication records

  • Responding to inquiries and support requests

Confidentiality

GIJ maintains confidentiality throughout the editorial and peer-review process.

Personal and manuscript-related information will not be disclosed to unauthorized individuals except when required for:

  • Editorial processing

  • Peer review

  • Publication services

  • Legal obligations

Peer Review Privacy

Reviewer identities are protected within the journal’s review system according to the peer-review model adopted by GIJ.

Reviewers and editors must maintain confidentiality regarding:

  • Submitted manuscripts

  • Author information

  • Review comments

  • Editorial decisions

Data Protection

GIJ takes reasonable technical and administrative measures to protect personal information against:

  • Unauthorized access

  • Data loss

  • Misuse

  • Alteration

  • Disclosure

However, no online platform can guarantee absolute data security.

Cookies and Website Analytics

The journal website may use cookies and analytics tools to:

  • Improve user experience

  • Analyze website traffic

  • Maintain website functionality

  • Understand visitor behavior

Users may disable cookies through browser settings if preferred.

Third-Party Services

GIJ may use trusted third-party services for:

  • Website hosting

  • Analytics

  • Indexing

  • DOI registration

  • Email communication

These services may process limited information necessary for journal operations.

Author and Reviewer Rights

Authors and reviewers may request:

  • Access to their personal information

  • Correction of inaccurate information

  • Removal of unnecessary personal data where applicable

Requests may be subject to publication and legal record requirements.

Data Retention

GIJ may retain publication and editorial records for academic, archival, and legal purposes to preserve the integrity of the scholarly record.

External Links

The journal website may contain links to external websites. GIJ is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.

Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of external websites separately.

Children’s Privacy

GIJ services are intended for academic and professional users and are not directed toward children.

Policy Updates

The journal reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Updated versions will be published on the journal website.

Contact Information

Questions regarding this Privacy Policy may be directed to the Editorial Office through the official journal contact channels.