Privacy Statement

International Journal of Social Sciences, Language and Linguistics (IJSSLL)

The International Journal of Social Sciences, Language and Linguistics (IJSSLL) is committed to protecting the privacy, confidentiality, and security of personal information provided by authors, reviewers, editors, readers, and visitors to the journal’s website. This Privacy Statement explains how personal data is collected, used, stored, and protected in accordance with accepted academic publishing standards and applicable data protection principles.

Information We Collect

IJSSLL may collect and process the following types of personal information:

• Names, institutional affiliations, and contact details (such as email addresses);
• Manuscript submission details and author information;
• Reviewer profiles, expertise, and review reports;
• Editorial correspondence and communication records;
• Website usage data for administrative and analytical purposes.

Personal information is collected only when voluntarily provided through manuscript submission, peer review participation, registration, or direct communication with the journal.

Purpose of Data Collection

The personal data collected by IJSSLL is used exclusively for scholarly publishing purposes, including:

• Managing manuscript submissions and peer review processes;
• Communicating editorial decisions and publication updates;
• Maintaining the integrity and quality of academic publishing;
• Issuing certificates, acknowledgements, and publication records;
• Improving journal operations and user experience.

Data Confidentiality and Security

IJSSLL treats all personal data as confidential. Appropriate administrative and technical measures are implemented to safeguard information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or misuse. Access to personal data is restricted to authorized editorial staff and publishing personnel only.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

IJSSLL does not sell, trade, or rent personal information to third parties. Personal data may be shared only when necessary for journal operations, such as:

• With editors and reviewers involved in the peer review process;
• With trusted publishing partners for production and archiving purposes;
• When required by law or regulatory authorities.

All third parties involved are expected to adhere to strict confidentiality and data protection standards.

Peer Review Confidentiality

All manuscripts and related communications submitted to IJSSLL are treated as confidential documents. Reviewers are required to maintain strict confidentiality and may not disclose or use any information from submitted manuscripts for personal or professional advantage.

Cookies and Website Usage

The IJSSLL website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance functionality and improve user experience. These technologies do not collect personally identifiable information unless explicitly provided by the user. Users may control cookie preferences through their browser settings.

Data Retention

Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Statement, including record-keeping, academic reporting, and compliance with publishing standards.

Rights of Users

Authors, reviewers, and users have the right to:

• Request access to their personal data;
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information;
• Request removal of personal data, subject to legal, ethical, and publishing obligations.

Requests related to personal data may be submitted to the editorial office.

Policy Updates

IJSSLL reserves the right to update or revise this Privacy Statement as necessary to reflect changes in legal requirements, publishing practices, or journal operations. Any updates will be published on the journal’s website.

Contact Information

For questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Statement or the handling of personal data, please contact:

Editorial Office
International Journal of Social Sciences, Language and Linguistics (IJSSLL)
Email: editor.ijssll@randspublications.org