Privacy Statement

Privacy Statement

The Knowledge Web Multidisciplinary International Journal (KWMIJ) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of all individuals who interact with our platform. This Privacy Statement outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information by applicable data protection laws.

  1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you interact with KWMIJ:

  • Author Information :
    When submitting a manuscript, we collect your name, email address, institutional affiliation, and other relevant details required for publication.
  • Reviewer Information :
    If you join our reviewer panel, we collect your name, email address, qualifications, and areas of expertise.
  • Reader Information :
    If you subscribe to our newsletter or create an account on our platform, we may collect your name, email address, and preferences.
  • Website Usage Data :
    We may use cookies and analytics tools to collect non-personal information such as IP addresses, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on the site to improve user experience.
  1. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • Publication Process: To manage manuscript submissions, peer reviews, and editorial decisions.
  • Communication: To send updates about your submission, review assignments, or journal announcements.
  • Improving Services: To analyze website usage and enhance the functionality and content of our platform.
  • Compliance: To comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our policies.
  1. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, your data may be shared under the following circumstances:

  • Peer Review Process: Author and reviewer information may be shared between editors and reviewers to facilitate the peer-review process.
  • Indexing Services: Published articles, including author names and affiliations, may be shared with indexing databases (e.g., Google Scholar, CrossRef) to ensure visibility and citation tracking.
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights and safety.
  1. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

  • Secure server hosting and encryption protocols.
  • Restricted access to personal data to authorized personnel only.
  • Regular audits of our security practices.

While we strive to ensure the security of your data, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

  1. Retention of Data

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Statement unless a longer retention period is required by law.

  • Manuscript submissions and related correspondence are retained indefinitely for archival purposes.
  • Reviewer profiles are retained until you request removal or cease participation in the review process.
  1. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Correction: Update or correct any inaccurate or incomplete information.
  • Deletion: Request the deletion of your data, subject to legal and operational constraints.
  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from newsletters or promotional emails at any time.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@journals.learnedgegroup.org.

  1. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze traffic. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features on our website.

  1. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., indexing services and social media platforms). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

  1. Changes to This Privacy Statement

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Statement at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Revised" date. We encourage you to review this statement periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

Last Revised: 22/03/2025

  1. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Statement or our data practices, please contact us:

Address: Knowledge Web Publications, Bingham University Karu, Nasarawa State. Nigeria