The ways we gather, use, keep and safeguard personal data belonging to authors, reviewers and visitors throughout submission, review and publication.
Our Promise to Protect Your Privacy
JMVRA (jmvra.org) is dedicated to safeguarding the privacy of each author, reviewer, editorial team member and visitor to the site. This policy sets out in plain language which personal details we collect, the reasons for collecting them, and how they are kept safe. Reading it before you create an account helps you decide what to share.
Information We Collect
- Names, email addresses, phone numbers and institutional affiliations of authors and reviewers
- The manuscript itself and the details of the submission
- Site usage information gathered through analytics, such as pages viewed, IP address and browser type
- Payment details, handled securely by an external payment gateway and never kept on JMVRA's own servers
What We Do with Your Information
- To handle and administer manuscript submissions
- To keep you informed of review progress and of acceptance and publication decisions
- To provide certificates and receipts for payments
- To make our website and editorial services better
Data Retention
Records of submissions and authors are kept for at least 5 years to support archiving and audits, in line with normal record-keeping in academic publishing. Third-party gateways process payment data, and JMVRA servers do not retain it once the transaction is confirmed. Keep your own copies of important correspondence as well.
Data Security
We apply suitable technical and organisational safeguards to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, change, disclosure or destruction. Every transfer of data to and from jmvra.org is protected by SSL/TLS encryption. Using a private connection and a strong password when you log in adds a further layer of protection.
Your Rights
At any time you may ask to see, correct or delete your personal data. Send your request to [email protected], and the editorial team will reply within a reasonable period.
Questions Researchers Often Ask
No. Personal data is never sold, rented or passed to third parties by JMVRA for marketing.
Submission and author records are kept for at least 5 years, for archiving and audit needs.
No. An external payment gateway securely handles payment details, and they are not held on JMVRA's own servers.
Yes. Email [email protected] to ask for your personal data to be viewed, corrected or deleted.
Do You Have Queries About Your Data?
Write straight to the editorial team; every message is read by a real person.
What This Guide Covers
At-a-Glance Checklist
- Details accurateAt the time of submission
- Public parts knownNames and affiliations
- Payments privateNot published at any point
- Corrections askedVia the editorial office
- Questions sent[email protected]
What Is Made Public Once You Publish
| Information | Public? |
|---|---|
| Names and affiliations of the authors | Yes, in the article |
| Corresponding email | Usually displayed on the article |
| Phone number | No |
| Payment details | No |
| Reviewer identities | No (double-blind) |
Protecting Yourself Online
- Rely solely on official contact details — [email protected] and the official website
- Do not give out passwords or OTPs — to anybody
- Verify any payment request — using the official pages
- Flag impersonation attempts — by informing the editorial office
Practical Tips for Reading and Acting on a Journal Privacy Policy
Privacy statements are often skimmed, yet they explain what happens to your details. A short, purposeful read helps you make informed choices as an author, reviewer or visitor.
- Look for what is collected. Scan for the types of information requested, such as contact details, affiliations and payment records, and consider whether each item is needed for the service you are using.
- Note what becomes public. Distinguish information printed with a published article from material kept internally. Decide in advance which details you are content to display permanently.
- Find the contact for questions. Locate the stated way to ask about your data, correct errors or request deletion where applicable. Knowing it in advance saves time when a concern arises.
- Limit what you volunteer. Share only the details a form genuinely requires, and avoid putting sensitive personal information in manuscripts, cover letters or open comment boxes.
- Keep your browser tidy. Clear saved logins on shared computers, review cookie choices and keep your device updated, because good personal habits support whatever protection a site offers.
Read the policy for what is collected, what is published and whom to ask, and share only what is necessary.
Questions Researchers Often Ask
Which personal details does JMVRA gather?
Whatever is required to handle your paper: names, email, phone numbers, affiliations and payment records.
Which of my information gets published?
The published article shows author names and affiliations, while contact and payment details are kept out of it.
How do I get my personal details corrected?
Write to [email protected] quoting your paper ID and the change required.
Is my phone number going to appear publicly?
No. It serves for contact purposes, for example SMS updates.
How can I make an enquiry about my personal data?
Send an email to [email protected].
Your Paper's Journey at JMVRA, From Submission to Publication
- SubmissionPaper ID is issued
- ScreenScope & similarity
- ReviewDouble-blind
- DecideEmail & SMS
- ReworkEach point answered
- AcceptCopyright & fee
- ProduceYou can request a DOI
- PublishMonthly issue
How long review takes depends on the reviewers and on any revision required, so no set turnaround is promised; you are told of acceptance or rejection by email and WhatsApp.
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