Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 04-27-2025

e Manuscript Manager ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our platform and use our services.

Definitions and Key Terms

  • Service: e Manuscript Manager platform and related services.
  • Personal Data: Any information that identifies or can identify an individual directly or indirectly.
  • User: Any individual or institution using our platform (authors, reviewers, editors, administrators).
  • Cookies: Small data files placed on your device to enhance functionality and analytics.

Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

  • Account Information: Name, email address, institution, role (e.g., author, reviewer, editor), phone number.
  • Submission Data: Manuscripts, metadata, review comments, editorial decisions, uploaded documents.
  • Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device identifiers, access times, referring URLs, and user activity logs.
  • Communication Data: Inquiries, support requests, feedback, and correspondence.
  • Payment Information: If applicable, billing information for paid services (processed through secure third-party providers).

How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

  • To provide and maintain the e Manuscript Manager service.
  • To manage manuscript submissions, peer review, editorial processes, and communications.
  • To improve system functionality, security, and user experience.
  • To respond to inquiries, provide support, and communicate service-related announcements.
  • To comply with legal obligations, enforce our agreements, and protect against fraudulent activities.

Sharing of Information

We may share your personal data in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With vendors providing hosting, storage, IT support, analytics, and customer service.
  • Legal Compliance: When required to comply with legal obligations, law enforcement requests, or to defend our rights.
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or part of our assets.
  • Affiliates: With affiliates under common ownership, bound by similar privacy obligations.

We do not sell or rent personal data.

Data Storage and Security

We store information securely using industry-standard technical and organizational measures, including encryption, access control, and secure infrastructure. However, no method of electronic storage is 100% secure. We continuously update our security practices to protect your data.

International Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your country of residence, which may not have equivalent data protection laws. We ensure that appropriate safeguards, such as contractual agreements and data protection measures, are applied.

Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy unless a longer retention period is required by law. When no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize the information.

Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction (e.g., GDPR, CCPA), you have the right to:

  • Access, correct, or delete your personal information.
  • Restrict or object to the processing of your information.
  • Data portability — receive a copy of your data.
  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.

Requests can be submitted via info@logixsjournals.com.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Improve website functionality.
  • Analyze usage patterns and optimize system performance.
  • Facilitate login processes and user preferences.

You can control cookies through your browser settings, though disabling cookies may affect certain features.

Children's Privacy

Our services are intended for individuals aged 16 and above. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 16. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child, we will take appropriate steps to delete such information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The updated version will be posted with an updated "Effective Date." We encourage you to review this policy regularly.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:

Via Email: info@logixsjournals.com
Via Phone Number: +923001274449
Via this Link: www.logixsjournals.com
Address: 51-A, AEHS, Kheyaban-e-Jinnah Road, Lahore, Pakistan.