Privacy Statement

- update at: 31 Jan 2025

At Journal of Medical Management Research, published by Xiangjiang Press, we are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our users. This Privacy Statement outlines the types of personal information we collect, how it is used, and how we safeguard it.

1. Information Collection
We collect personal information from authors, reviewers, and users who register on our website, submit articles, or otherwise interact with our journal. The information we may collect includes:

  • Personal details (such as name, email address, affiliation, and ORCID iD)
  • Manuscript submission details
  • Correspondence related to submissions and reviews
  • Website usage data, including IP address, browser type, and other technical information collected through cookies

2. Use of Information
The personal information we collect is used for the following purposes:

  • Processing article submissions and peer review
  • Communicating with authors, reviewers, and editorial staff
  • Managing account and subscription preferences
  • Improving our website and user experience
  • Complying with legal requirements

We do not sell or rent personal data to third parties.

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We may share personal information in the following circumstances:

  • With editorial and review staff for the purpose of manuscript evaluation
  • With third-party service providers (e.g., hosting and email service providers) who assist in the operation of our journal
  • As required by law or to comply with legal obligations

4. Security of Information
We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect the personal data we collect from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of data transmitted through the internet.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and other tracking technologies to enhance user experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that allow us to track user preferences and improve site functionality. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect some features of the website.

6. User Rights
Users have the right to:

  • Access and update their personal information
  • Request the deletion of their personal data (subject to certain conditions)
  • Withdraw consent for data processing (where applicable)

To exercise these rights, or if you have any questions or concerns about how we handle your data, please contact us at [contact email].

7. Changes to This Privacy Statement
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Statement from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the date of the last revision will be indicated at the top. We encourage users to review this statement periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting their information.