Privacy Statement

Privacy Statement

The International Journal of Engineering Research in Robotic Intelligence (IJERRI) is committed to protecting the privacy, confidentiality, and security of personal information provided by authors, reviewers, editors, readers, and other users of the journal. This Privacy Statement explains how information is collected, used, stored, protected, and disclosed in connection with the journal's editorial, peer review, and publication activities.

By submitting manuscripts, participating in peer review, serving on the Editorial Board, or using the journal website, users acknowledge and agree to the practices described in this Privacy Statement.

1. Collection of Personal Information

IJERRI collects only the information necessary for managing the scholarly publication process and maintaining effective communication with contributors and users.

The information collected may include:

Personal and Professional Information

  • Full name
  • Institutional affiliation
  • Department and designation
  • Official institutional email address
  • Mailing address and contact details
  • Professional biography
  • Academic qualifications
  • Research interests and areas of expertise

Research and Scholarly Information

  • ORCID ID
  • Web of Science Researcher ID
  • Google Scholar Profile
  • ResearchGate Profile
  • Publication history and academic credentials

Editorial and Review Information

  • Reviewer expertise and subject areas
  • Editorial Board membership details
  • Peer review records
  • Editorial correspondence

This information may be collected during:

  • Manuscript submission
  • Peer review activities
  • Editorial Board applications
  • Reviewer registration
  • Author correspondence
  • Website registration and communication

2. Purpose and Use of Information

The information collected by IJERRI is used solely for legitimate academic, editorial, administrative, and publication-related purposes.

Information may be used for:

Editorial Management

  • Processing manuscript submissions
  • Assigning editors and reviewers
  • Managing peer review activities
  • Making editorial decisions

Publication Activities

  • Publishing author information associated with accepted articles
  • Creating article metadata
  • Indexing and archiving published content
  • Maintaining scholarly records

Communication

  • Corresponding with authors, reviewers, and editors
  • Sending editorial notifications
  • Providing publication updates
  • Responding to inquiries and support requests

Journal Development

  • Improving journal services
  • Enhancing publication workflows
  • Maintaining publication quality standards
  • Supporting indexing and discoverability initiatives

Personal information will never be sold, rented, or used for unrelated commercial marketing activities.

3. Confidentiality of Information

IJERRI recognizes the importance of confidentiality in scholarly publishing.

The journal maintains strict confidentiality regarding:

  • Submitted manuscripts
  • Peer review reports
  • Reviewer identities (where applicable)
  • Editorial discussions
  • Author correspondence
  • Personal information provided during publication activities

Access to confidential information is restricted to authorized editorial staff, editors, and administrative personnel directly involved in the publication process.

Manuscripts under review are treated as confidential documents and may not be disclosed to unauthorized parties.

4. Data Security and Protection

IJERRI implements reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect personal information against:

  • Unauthorized access
  • Unauthorized disclosure
  • Loss or destruction
  • Misuse or alteration
  • Cybersecurity threats

Security measures may include:

  • Secure website infrastructure
  • Access control procedures
  • Restricted administrative access
  • Data management protocols

While the journal makes every reasonable effort to protect personal information, no electronic system or internet-based transmission can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Users should exercise appropriate caution when transmitting information online.

5. Disclosure of Personal Information

IJERRI does not disclose personal information to third parties except when necessary for legitimate publication-related purposes.

Information may be shared only under the following circumstances:

Editorial and Publication Purposes

  • Reviewer assignment and peer review management
  • Publication of accepted articles
  • Indexing and abstracting services
  • Digital archiving and repository inclusion

Legal and Regulatory Requirements

  • Compliance with applicable laws and regulations
  • Court orders or lawful requests from competent authorities
  • Investigation of ethical or legal concerns

Research Integrity Matters

  • Investigation of allegations of misconduct
  • Resolution of authorship disputes
  • Handling plagiarism or ethical complaints

Information is disclosed only to the extent necessary to fulfill the relevant purpose.

6. Rights of Authors, Reviewers, and Editors

Individuals whose information is maintained by IJERRI have certain rights regarding their personal data.

These rights may include:

Right of Access

Individuals may request access to the personal information maintained by the journal.

Right to Correction

Authors, reviewers, and editors may request updates or corrections to inaccurate information.

Right to Update Professional Information

Users may request updates to:

  • Affiliation details
  • Contact information
  • Research identifiers
  • Professional profiles

Right to Request Removal

Subject to publication, archival, legal, and record-keeping requirements, individuals may request the removal of certain personal information where appropriate.

The journal may retain information necessary for maintaining the integrity of the scholarly record.

7. Cookies and Website Usage

The IJERRI website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience and website functionality.

Cookies may be used to:

  • Maintain website functionality
  • Improve navigation and accessibility
  • Analyze website performance
  • Monitor usage trends
  • Enhance security measures

Where applicable, users may manage cookie preferences through their browser settings.

The journal does not intentionally collect personally identifiable information through cookies without user consent.

8. Website Analytics

The journal may utilize website analytics tools to better understand user engagement and improve services.

Analytics data may include:

  • Page views
  • Visitor statistics
  • Device information
  • Browser information
  • General geographic information
  • Traffic sources

Such information is generally collected in aggregated and non-identifiable form.

9. Third-Party Websites and External Links

The IJERRI website may contain links to:

  • Academic databases
  • Research repositories
  • Publisher resources
  • Institutional websites
  • External scholarly services

The journal is not responsible for the privacy practices, security policies, content, or operations of external websites.

Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites they visit.

10. Data Retention

The journal may retain personal information for as long as necessary to:

  • Maintain publication records
  • Preserve the scholarly record
  • Fulfill legal obligations
  • Support indexing and archiving
  • Resolve disputes and ethical concerns

Published article metadata and authorship information may be retained permanently as part of the academic record.

11. Policy Updates and Amendments

This Privacy Statement may be updated periodically to reflect:

  • Changes in legal requirements
  • Technological developments
  • Editorial practices
  • Publication policies
  • Operational improvements

The most current version of this policy will be published on the journal website.

Users are encouraged to review this Privacy Statement periodically to remain informed about how their information is protected and managed.

Commitment to Privacy and Responsible Publishing

The International Journal of Engineering Research in Robotic Intelligence (IJERRI) is committed to safeguarding personal information while promoting transparency, ethical publishing, academic integrity, and responsible scholarly communication.

The journal continuously strives to maintain the trust and confidence of authors, reviewers, editors, and readers throughout the publication process.

Editorial Office
International Journal of Engineering Research in Robotic Intelligence (IJERRI)
Publisher: Wissira Research Lab LLC
Carmel, Indiana, United States – 46074
Email: editor@ijerri.org
Website: https://ijerri.org