Privacy Statement

The Journal of Narrative Studies and Literary Research (JNSLR) is fully committed to protecting the privacy of authors, reviewers, editors, readers, and visitors to the journal website. Personal information is collected and used responsibly, solely for scholarly publishing, editorial management, and journal administration.

Information That May Be Collected

Information Category Examples
Personal Information Name, Professional Title
Professional Information Institutional Affiliation
Contact Information Email Address
Researcher Information ORCID or Researcher Identifier
Manuscript Information Submission Details and Files
Review Information Reviewer Reports and Editorial Records
Communication Records Editorial Correspondence

How Information May Be Used

Information collected by the journal may be used to:

Manage manuscript submissions.
Coordinate the peer-review process.
Communicate editorial decisions.
Respond to author and reviewer enquiries.
Maintain publication and editorial records.
Support journal administration and editorial operations.
Address research integrity and publication ethics concerns.

Privacy Principles

The journal is committed to the following privacy principles:

  • Personal data will be managed responsibly and securely.
  • Access to personal information will be limited to authorized personnel.
  • Confidentiality will be maintained throughout the editorial and peer-review process.
  • Personal information will not be used for unrelated commercial purposes.
  • Appropriate safeguards will be applied when trusted third-party services are used.
  • Users are encouraged to maintain accurate and up-to-date personal information.
  • Information will be retained only for scholarly, editorial, and administrative purposes.

The journal regularly reviews its privacy practices to ensure responsible handling of personal information. This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in editorial practices, legal requirements, or technological developments. Any revisions will be published through the journal's official website.