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The Journal of Forensic and Allied Sciences (JFAS) is committed to safeguarding the privacy of its users, authors, reviewers, and editors. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect the personal data of individuals who interact with our journal and its associated platforms.

Who we are

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1. Information Collection

We collect personal information only when it is voluntarily provided by users. This may include, but is not limited to:

We do not collect any unnecessary or sensitive personal data without explicit consent.

2. Use of Information

Collected information is used strictly for academic and publishing purposes, including:

JFAS does not sell, trade, or rent personal information to any third parties.

3. Data Storage and Security

All personal data and manuscript files are stored securely on our editorial management system and email servers with restricted access. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

4. Cookies and Tracking

JFAS may use minimal cookies or analytics tools to monitor website traffic and improve user experience. No personal data is extracted through cookies. Users may adjust their browser settings to block cookies without affecting access to our content.

5. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external websites (e.g., DOI registration services, indexing databases). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of such third-party sites. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of those websites separately.

6. Data Sharing

Personal information may be shared only under the following circumstances:

We do not disclose confidential manuscript data or reviewer identities without consent.