Privacy and Policy

1. Scope and Controller Information

This Privacy Policy applies to personal data processed through the NIU Journal of Business Analytics, Innovation and Global Management website and associated publishing services.

Depending on the context, the journal and its publishing or administrative team may act as the data controller or jointly manage data processing with editorial staff, hosting providers, and service partners involved in publication and platform operations.

2. Categories of Personal Data We May Collect

We collect only the personal data necessary for journal operations and editorial processes.

• Name, designation, institutional affiliation, and professional details
• Email address, phone number, and contact information
• Account credentials and user preferences
• Manuscript submission data, author/reviewer details, and publication metadata
• Communication records with editors or support teams
• Technical data (IP address, browser type, device information, usage logs)
• Newsletter preferences and consent records

3. Sources of Personal Data

Personal data may be collected directly from users, through submission systems, institutional affiliations, website usage, cookies, analytics tools, and trusted third-party service providers.

4. Purposes of Processing

Personal data is processed only for legitimate academic and operational purposes.

• Managing submissions, peer review, and publication workflows
• Editorial processing and communication
• Maintaining scholarly records and metadata
• Providing support and responding to inquiries
• Improving website usability, accessibility, and performance
• Ensuring security and preventing misuse
• Sending newsletters and updates where permitted
• Complying with legal and regulatory obligations

5. Legal Bases for Processing

Data processing may be based on contractual necessity, legitimate interests, legal obligations, protection of rights, and user consent where required.

Users may withdraw consent at any time for future processing.

6. Cookies, Analytics, and Similar Technologies

The website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, analyze usage, improve performance, and maintain security.

Non-essential cookies are used only after obtaining user consent where required.

7. How We Share Information

We do not sell personal data. Information may be shared only when necessary.

• Editorial teams and authorized personnel
• Technical service providers (hosting, analytics, security)
• Indexing and archiving services
• Legal or regulatory authorities when required

8. International Data Transfers

Due to the global nature of academic publishing, personal data may be processed across different countries with appropriate safeguards.

9. Data Retention

Personal data is retained only as long as necessary for editorial, legal, and operational purposes.

Published research and metadata may be retained long-term to preserve the scholarly record.

10. Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their account credentials.

11. Your Rights

Subject to applicable laws, users may have rights to:

• Access, correct, or update personal data
• Request deletion or restriction of processing
• Object to processing
• Request data portability
• Withdraw consent where applicable

12. Marketing Communications and Newsletter Preferences

Users may subscribe to or unsubscribe from newsletters and academic updates at any time.

Essential service-related communications may still be sent when necessary.

13. Children’s Privacy

The journal’s services are intended for academic and professional audiences and do not knowingly collect personal data from children without proper authorization.

14. Third-Party Services and External Links

The website may contain links to external platforms. These 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 legal, technical, or operational changes. Updated versions will be published with a revised effective date.