Privacy Statement

The United Journal of Computational Medicine (UJCM) values privacy and is dedicated to safeguarding the personal data of its users, including readers, authors, reviewers, and editors. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information in compliance with relevant data protection laws.

1. Data Collection

We may collect the following types of personal information:

During Registration: Name, email, institutional affiliation, and other required details for user account creation.
During Submission: Contact information, manuscript details, and co-author details.
For Reviewers: Expertise areas and review activity data.
Cookies and Analytics: IP address, browser type, and website usage details via tracking technologies.

2. Use of Data

Your personal data is used for:

✔ Managing manuscript submissions and peer reviews.
✔ Communicating with authors, reviewers, and editorial staff.
✔ Sending journal updates, new issue notifications, and calls for papers.
✔ Analyzing website traffic to improve user experience.

UJCM does not sell or share personal data with third parties, except as required by law or with explicit consent.

3. Data Storage and Security

We implement strict security protocols to protect your data from unauthorized access or misuse. Information is stored on secure servers with encrypted access controls.

4. Data Sharing

Your data is only shared under these conditions:

✔ Legal compliance: If required by authorities or legal mandates.
✔ Service providers: Trusted partners assisting with hosting, platform maintenance, or email services under strict confidentiality agreements.

5. Your Rights

Depending on local regulations, you may:

✔ Access the personal data we store about you.
✔ Request corrections or deletion of your data.
✔ Withdraw consent for specific data processing activities.

For privacy-related requests, contact privacy@ujcm.org

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for journal operations and legal requirements.

7. Cookies Policy

Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience and track engagement. You can adjust cookie settings in your browser.

8. Changes to this Privacy Statement

Updates to this policy will be posted on our website and communicated via email if significant changes occur.

For inquiries, contact:

Email: privacy@ujcm.org
Website: www.ujcm.org/privacy-policy