At The Innovative Journal of Medical Imaging (IJMI), published by SPJ Publication, we value and protect the privacy of our authors, reviewers, readers, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard personal information provided through our journal platform. To support manuscript submission, peer review, publication, and communication processes, we may collect basic personal information such as names, email addresses, institutional affiliations, and submitted documents. For article processing purposes, payment-related information may also be collected when applicable. In addition, general website usage data, including IP addresses, browser details, and access times, may be gathered through cookies and security tools to improve website performance and user experience.
The information collected is used solely for journal-related activities, including manuscript processing, peer review management, editorial communication, publication, indexing, archiving, and record maintenance. Personal information is never sold, rented, or used for marketing purposes.
We implement appropriate technical and administrative measures to protect personal information from unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. Access to personal data is restricted to authorised editorial and administrative personnel who require it for journal operations. We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to support publishing activities, maintain academic records, comply with legal requirements, and preserve the scholarly record. Published articles and related documentation may be archived permanently.
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Personal information may be shared only with trusted service providers that assist in journal operations, such as manuscript management, archiving, and payment processing systems. Such providers are required to maintain the confidentiality and security of the information. Data may also be disclosed when required by applicable laws or legal obligations. Users may request access to, correction of, or deletion of their personal information, subject to applicable legal and publishing requirements.
This Privacy Policy may be revised periodically to reflect changes in legal requirements, technology, or journal practices. Updated versions will be posted on the journal website. For any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact:
Email: info@spjpublication.com