Privacy Policy

1. Scope and Controller Information

This Privacy Policy applies to personal data processed through the website and publishing services of the NIU Journal of Legal Studies, Cyber Policy and Digital Governance.

Noida International University acts as the data controller for personal data collected and processed through the journal platform. In certain cases, data processing may involve editorial teams, platform providers, or technical service partners supporting publishing operations.

2. Categories of Personal Data We May Collect

We collect personal data necessary for academic publishing, editorial management, communication, security, and platform functionality, including:

• Name, designation, institutional affiliation, and professional details
• Email address, phone number, and contact information
• Account login credentials and user preferences
• Manuscript submission data, reviewer comments, and editorial decisions
• Communication records between authors, reviewers, and editors
• Technical data such as IP address, browser type, device information, and usage logs
• Newsletter preferences, consent records, and subscription details

3. Sources of Personal Data

Personal data may be collected from direct user input (registration, submission, communication), institutional or professional affiliations, editorial and peer review workflows, website usage and interaction data, cookies and similar technologies (where permitted), and trusted service providers supporting publishing infrastructure.

4. Purposes of Processing

We process personal data only where necessary for legitimate academic and operational purposes, including:

• Managing manuscript submission, peer review, and publication processes
• Operating journal websites, archives, and article pages
• Communicating with authors, reviewers, editors, and readers
• Maintaining accurate publication records and metadata
• Providing technical and user support services
• Improving website performance, usability, and accessibility
• Ensuring platform security and preventing misuse
• Sending relevant updates, alerts, or newsletters (where permitted)
• Complying with legal, regulatory, and institutional requirements

5. Legal Bases for Processing

Where applicable, personal data is processed based on performance of a contract, legitimate interests, legal obligations, and consent where required.

Users may withdraw consent at any time without affecting prior lawful processing.

6. Cookies, Analytics, and Similar Technologies

The journal uses cookies, analytics tools, and similar technologies to ensure functionality, analyze interactions, enhance accessibility, and maintain platform security.

Non-essential cookies are used only with user consent. For more details, please refer to the Cookie Policy.

7. How We Share Information

We do not sell personal data. Information may be shared only where necessary for:

• Editorial and publishing processes
• Platform operation and technical support
• Indexing, DOI registration, and archiving services
• Legal compliance or regulatory requirements
• Protection of rights, security, or prevention of misuse

8. International Data Transfers

Due to the global nature of academic publishing, personal data may be processed or accessed across different jurisdictions.

Where applicable, appropriate safeguards are implemented to ensure compliance with relevant data protection laws.

9. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy, including editorial recordkeeping, legal compliance, and academic archiving.

Certain publication-related data may be retained long-term to preserve the scholarly record.

10. Security Measures

We implement reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect personal data from unauthorized access, misuse, loss, or disclosure.

Despite these measures, no digital platform can guarantee absolute security. Users are responsible for safeguarding their account credentials.

11. Your Rights

Subject to applicable laws, users may have the right to:

• Access their personal data
• Correct or update inaccurate information
• Request deletion of data (where applicable)
• Restrict or object to certain processing
• Request data portability
• Withdraw consent where applicable

Requests may be submitted through the contact details provided below.

12. Marketing Communications and Preferences

Users may receive journal-related communications such as alerts, updates, or newsletters where applicable.

Users can manage preferences or unsubscribe at any time. Essential communications related to submissions or editorial decisions may still be sent.

13. Children’s Privacy

The journal is intended for academic, professional, and research audiences.

We do not knowingly collect personal data from children without appropriate authorization under applicable laws.

14. Third-Party Services and External Links

The website may include links to third-party services such as indexing platforms, repositories, or external tools.

These services operate independently, and the journal is not responsible for their privacy practices.

15. Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in legal requirements, technologies, or publishing practices.

Updated versions will be published on this page, and continued use constitutes acceptance.