Privacy Statement

Privacy Statement

Digital Business & Innovation Management (DBIM) is committed to protecting the privacy of all users, including authors, reviewers, readers, and visitors to our website. This statement outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data in compliance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other relevant international standards.

1. Data We Collect

We may collect the following personal information:

  • Account Information: Name, email address, institutional affiliation, and contact details when you register as an author, reviewer, or editor.
  • Submission Data: Manuscript details, author contributions, and related information provided during the submission process.
  • Reviewer Data: Review comments, recommendations, and reviewer profile information.
  • Usage Data: Website activity, access logs, and anonymized analytics data to improve our services.

2. How We Use Your Data

  • To manage the peer review and publication process.
  • To communicate with you regarding submissions, reviews, and journal updates.
  • To verify your identity and maintain the integrity of the journal.
  • To improve our website, services, and user experience.
  • To comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

3. Data Protection and Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Access to personal data is restricted to authorized personnel who need it to perform their roles.

4. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access, correct, or update your personal information.
  • Request deletion of your account and associated data, subject to legal and archival requirements.
  • Withdraw consent for data processing, where applicable.
  • Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority if you believe your rights have been violated.

5. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Statement or how we handle your data, please contact our data protection officer at [email protected].