Privacy Policy

The Journal of Holistic Medicine (JHM) is committed to protecting the privacy of our website visitors, authors, reviewers, and subscribers. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information we collect, how we use it, and the steps we take to ensure your information is secure.

Information We Collect

  1. Personal Information: We may collect personal information such as your name, email address, affiliation, and contact details when you register on our website, submit a manuscript, subscribe to our newsletter, or communicate with us.
  2. Non-Personal Information: We collect non-personal information such as browser type, IP address, and pages visited on our website through cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and improve our services.
  3. Manuscript and Research Data: When you submit a manuscript, we collect information related to your research, including data, images, and other materials necessary for the review and publication process.

How We Use Your Information

  1. To Provide Services: We use your information to manage manuscript submissions, coordinate peer reviews, and communicate with you regarding your submissions, reviews, or inquiries.
  2. To Improve Our Website: We analyze non-personal information to improve our website’s functionality, content, and user experience.
  3. To Communicate: We may use your contact information to send newsletters, updates, or announcements related to the journal. You can opt-out of these communications at any time.
  4. To Comply with Legal Obligations: We may disclose your information if required by law or to protect the rights and safety of JHM, our users, or others.

Sharing Your Information

  1. With Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in managing our website, processing submissions, or communicating with you. These service providers are contractually obligated to keep your information confidential and secure.
  2. With Reviewers: If you submit a manuscript, relevant information may be shared with peer reviewers as part of the review process.
  3. With Consent: We will not share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes without your explicit consent.

Data Security

We take reasonable precautions to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, or resolve disputes.

Your Rights

  1. Access and Correction: You have the right to access and correct your personal information. You can update your information by logging into your account or contacting us directly.
  2. Opt-Out: You can opt-out of receiving newsletters or other communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in the emails.
  3. Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal information by contacting us, subject to our need to retain certain information for legal or operational purposes.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The updated policy will be posted on our website, and the effective date will be revised accordingly. This Privacy Policy applies to all users of our website and services, and by using our site, you consent to the terms outlined above.