Privacy Statement

IJVCDC is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of all individuals involved in the publishing process, including authors, reviewers, editors, and readers. This Privacy Statement outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information in accordance with the principles of transparency, confidentiality, and integrity as recommended by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).

1. Information Collection
We collect only the personal information necessary for the management of manuscript submissions and the publication process. This includes, but is not limited to:

  • Name, affiliation, and contact details (email, phone number)

  • ORCID ID or other researcher identifiers

  • Manuscript submission and peer review history

  • Communication records related to the editorial process

2. Use of Personal Data
Personal data collected by IJVCDC is used solely for the following purposes:

  • Managing manuscript submissions and peer reviews

  • Facilitating editorial decision-making and communication

  • Maintaining accurate records of authorship, reviewer contributions, and publication metadata

  • Complying with legal and ethical standards

We do not sell, share, or otherwise disclose personal data to third parties except where required by law or with the individual’s explicit consent.

3. Confidentiality in Peer Review
All materials submitted to the journal, including manuscripts and reviewer reports, are treated as confidential. Editors, reviewers, and editorial staff are required to maintain the confidentiality of all submission materials and communications throughout the review and publication process.

4. Data Storage and Security
IJVCDC takes appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure the secure storage of personal data and prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Access to personal information is restricted to individuals directly involved in the journal’s editorial operations.

5. Data Retention
Personal data will be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this statement or to comply with applicable legal or archival obligations. When no longer needed, data will be securely deleted.

6. User Rights
Authors, reviewers, and others whose personal data is held by the journal have the right to:

  • Access their personal information

  • Request correction of inaccurate or outdated information

  • Withdraw consent to data processing

  • Request deletion of their data, subject to legal or ethical considerations

7. Third-Party Services
If the journal uses third-party systems (e.g., manuscript submission platforms, indexing services), we ensure that these services also comply with applicable data protection standards.

8. Changes to the Privacy Statement
IJVCDC may update this Privacy Statement from time to time to reflect changes in policy or legal requirements. Any updates will be published on the journal’s website, and users will be informed where necessary.

Contact
For questions or concerns regarding our privacy practices, please contact: ijvcdc@binus.edu