Privacy Notice

Last Updated: September 7, 2026

Data Controller

Connex Dotz Private LimitedNo:526, Main Road, Salavakkam, Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu -603107 India.
Email: info@arirdc.org

Information We Collect

JAMSOR collects the following categories of personal information:

• Registration Data: Name, email address, affiliation, country, ORCID iD, and professional title.
• Submission Metadata: Manuscript details, author information, abstract, keywords, and file uploads.
• Reviewer Data: Areas of expertise, review history, and communication records.
• Usage Data: IP address, browser type, access times, and pages visited.
• Communication Records: Emails, contact form submissions, and support inquiries.

Purposes of Processing

Personal information is processed for the following purposes:

• Managing the manuscript submission and peer review process.
• Communicating with authors, reviewers, and editors.
• Publishing accepted manuscripts with author attribution.
• Maintaining the integrity of the scholarly record.
• Improving website functionality and user experience.
• Complying with legal and regulatory obligations.

Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal information based on:

• Contract: Processing necessary for the manuscript submission and publication agreement.
• Legitimate Interests: Maintaining editorial quality, research integrity, and journal operations.
• Consent: For optional communications and newsletter subscriptions.
• Legal Obligation: Compliance with applicable data protection and intellectual property laws.

Data Retention

Published author information (name, affiliation) remains publicly available as part of the scholarly record. Reviewer and manuscript records are retained for a minimum of 5 years to maintain editorial transparency. Usage data is retained for 24 months. For archival and scientific purposes, manuscript metadata may be retained indefinitely.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

Personal information is not sold or rented to third parties. We may share information with:

• Service Providers: Hosting, plagiarism detection, and payment processing vendors.
• Indexing Services: DOAJ, Google Scholar, Crossref, and other discovery platforms.
• Archiving Services: CLOCKSS and Portico for long-term preservation.
• Legal Authorities: When required by law or court order.

Data Security

JAMSOR employs appropriate technical and organizational measures including HTTPS encryption, restricted access controls, regular security audits, and secure server infrastructure to protect personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or destruction.

Your Rights

Subject to applicable law, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you.
• Request correction of inaccurate data.
• Request deletion of personal information.
• Object to certain processing activities.
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
• Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority.

To exercise these rights, contact info@arirdc.org.

Cookies

JAMSOR uses session cookies to maintain login states and remember user preferences. These cookies are essential for the proper functioning of the OJS platform. Analytics cookies may be used to understand usage patterns and improve the website. Users can manage cookie preferences through their browser settings.

International Data Transfers

As an international journal, personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

Changes to This Notice

This Privacy Notice may be updated periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised date. Material changes will be communicated to registered users via email.

Contact

For privacy-related questions or concerns, contact the JAMSOR Privacy Officer at info@arirdc.org.