Privacy Statement

1. Introduction:
Welcome to ICT Focus! This Privacy Statement outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information when you interact with our open-access journal.
2. Information We Collect:
Personal Information: We may collect personal information, including names, email addresses, affiliations, and contact details when you submit manuscripts, register, or engage in other interactions with our journal.
Usage Information: We may collect data about your interactions with our website, articles, and other content to improve our services.
3. Purpose of Information Collection:
We collect and use your information for purposes such as:
• Managing the submission and peer-review process.
• Communicating with authors, reviewers, and readers.
• Analyzing usage patterns to enhance user experience.
4. Data Security:
We take reasonable measures to safeguard your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
5. Information Sharing:
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. Information may be shared with trusted service providers assisting in journal operations.
6. Cookies and Analytics:
We use cookies and analytics tools to improve our website and services. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
7. Third-Party Links:
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites.
8. Open Access Commitment:
We are committed to open-access principles, providing unrestricted access to all published content.
9. Changes to this Privacy Statement:
This Privacy Statement may be updated periodically. Users will be informed of any material changes.
10. Contact Information:
For questions or concerns regarding privacy matters, please contact [contact@email.com].
By using ICT Focus, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Statement.
Last Updated: 2024-01-29