Privacy Statement for the Axis Journal of Scientific Innovations (AJSI)

At the Axis Journal of Scientific Innovations (AJSI), operated by AXIS EXPLORATION AND ACADEMICS (PRIVATE) LIMITED, we are fundamentally committed to protecting the privacy and security of all our authors, reviewers, editors, and readers. This statement details our practices regarding the collection, use, and safeguarding of personal information on our journal platform.

1. Use of Personal Information
The personal information collected by AJSI, such as names, institutional affiliations, and email addresses, is used exclusively for the operational purposes of the journal. These purposes include facilitating the double-blind peer-review process, communicating editorial decisions, distributing published content, and sending relevant announcements about the journal's activities.

2. Confidentiality
We guarantee that personal information provided to AJSI will not be sold, shared, or disclosed to any third party without the explicit consent of the individual, except as required by law or as necessary for the core functions of the publication process (e.g., providing reviewer details to the handling editor). Access to personal data is restricted to authorized journal staff and editorial team members directly involved in manuscript handling.

3. Data Security
AJSI implements stringent administrative, technical, and physical security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction of the personal data in our possession. Our digital infrastructure is maintained with up-to-date security protocols to ensure the continuous integrity and confidentiality of your information.

4. Access and Control
Individuals have the right to access, verify, update, or correct the personal information AJSI holds about them. Requests to review or amend personal data can be directed to the AJSI editorial office, and we will respond to such requests in a timely manner.

5. Retention of Personal Information
Personal information is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including for the purposes of satisfying any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. Our data retention schedules are periodically reviewed to ensure compliance with applicable laws and ethical standards.

6. Updates to Privacy Statement
This Privacy Statement may be revised periodically to reflect changes in our operational procedures, technological practices, or legal obligations. We encourage users to consult this statement regularly. Continued use of the AJSI site following the posting of changes constitutes acceptance of those updates.

7. Contact Information
For any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Statement or our handling of your personal data, please contact the AJSI editorial office through our official website. We are dedicated to addressing all privacy-related inquiries transparently and promptly.

By interacting with the Axis Journal of Scientific Innovations (AJSI) website and its submission system, you acknowledge that you have read and understood the terms outlined in this Privacy Statement.