Privacy Statement

The International Journal of Commerce and Strategic Studies is dedicated to the maintenance of the confidentiality and privacy of authors, reviewers, editors, and readers involved with the journal. Personal information gathered in the process of manuscript submission and registration, or by communicating with the journal, is solely for the academic and publication purposes of the journal.

The journal provides a safe and professional publishing environment and its actions are responsible and ethical regarding personal information and information from research.

Information We Collect

The journal might gather the following information:

● Author names and affiliations
● Email addresses and contact details
● Manuscript and research-related information
● Reviewer and editorial communication details

This information is only gathered for the purpose of manuscript processing, peer review, publication, and journal communication.

Use of Information

The information gathered is used for:

● Process and manage manuscript submissions
● Conduct peer review and editorial evaluation
● Communicate with authors and reviewers
● Maintain publication and journal records
● Improve journal services and publishing operations

The Journal will not sell, share or disclose personal information to third parties for commercial purposes.

Confidentiality of Manuscripts

Confidentiality of all manuscripts submitted is guaranteed. The journal will provide that:

● Manuscripts are accessed only by authorized editors and reviewers
● Reviewer comments remain confidential
● Unpublished research is not disclosed or misused
● Editorial decisions are handled fairly and professionally

Data Protection

The International Journal of Commerce and Strategic Studies does everything possible to safeguard personal data and research information that would be used to identify individuals from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure.

With the submission of manuscripts or via use of the journal website, users agree to the journal's privacy practices and policies.