Privacy Statement

Scholarly Communication is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of its users, authors, editors, reviewers, and readers. This statement explains how personal information is collected, used, and safeguarded.

Information We Collect

The site may collect personal information such as names, email addresses, institutional affiliations, and professional details when users:

  • Register on the site

  • Submit manuscripts or proposals

  • Participate in editorial or peer-review processes

  • Subscribe to notifications or updates

This information is collected solely for the purposes of scholarly communication and publishing operations.

Use of Information

Personal data collected by Scholarly Communication is used only to:

  • Manage editorial and publishing workflows

  • Communicate with authors, editors, and reviewers

  • Maintain accurate publication records and metadata

  • Improve the functioning and integrity of the platform

Personal information is not used for commercial purposes and is not sold or shared with third parties beyond what is necessary for the operation of the publishing platform.

Data Storage and Security

The site uses secure systems and reasonable safeguards to protect personal data against unauthorised access, loss, or misuse. Data is stored only for as long as necessary to fulfil publishing and legal requirements.

Cookies and Analytics

The site may use cookies and basic analytics tools to improve usability and performance. These do not collect personally identifiable information beyond standard technical data.

User Rights

Users have the right to:

  • Access their personal data

  • Request corrections or updates

  • Request deletion of their account or personal information, subject to editorial and legal obligations

Requests may be made by contacting the site administrator through the contact details provided on the website.

Compliance

Scholarly Communication endeavours to comply with applicable data-protection laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and relevant Indian data-protection principles.

Responsibility

Scholarly Communication is operated by ACCB Publishing. Overall responsibility for data protection rests with the Alliance for Community Capacity Building (UK).