1. Information We Collect

We may gather information about you when you communicate with the journal, such as your name, email address, and affiliation. This information is typically provided by you when you submit or contact us.

2. How We Use Your Information

We only use your information for journal-related matters, such as:

• ● Managing manuscript submissions
• ● Communicating during the review and publication process
• ● Maintaining records of published work

We don't use your information for other purposes.

3. Protecting Your Data

We endeavour to protect your information. Personal data is accessible only to members of our editorial team, who keep it secure.

4. Confidentiality of Submissions

Manuscripts and other information are confidential. We only pass your manuscript on to the editors and reviewers involved in the review process.

5. No Unnecessary Sharing

We never sell, trade or share your personal information. We only share your information within the journal for editorial or legal purposes.

6. Your Consent

Your consent to the use of your information as set out in this privacy statement is given by your submission of your manuscript or communication with the journal.