AION Linguistica respects the privacy of authors, reviewers, editors, readers, and other users of its website and is committed to handling personal information responsibly. This Privacy Statement explains the general manner in which information provided through the journal website, manuscript submission, peer-review, and editorial processes may be collected, used, stored, and protected.
Information We May Collect
The journal may collect information necessary for the administration of its scholarly activities, including authors’ and reviewers’ names, institutional affiliations, professional contact details, correspondence, manuscript information, reviewer reports, and other information voluntarily provided during submission or communication with the editorial office. Technical information associated with the use of the website may also be collected where necessary for website security, functionality, and maintenance.
Use of Personal Information
Personal information is used primarily to manage manuscript submissions, editorial assessment, peer review, publication, communication with authors and reviewers, and other legitimate activities associated with the operation of the journal. Information may also be used to respond to enquiries, maintain appropriate editorial records, improve website functionality, and support the integrity and security of the journal's publishing processes.
The journal does not use personal information for purposes unrelated to its scholarly and administrative functions without an appropriate basis or consent where required.
Confidentiality
Information associated with manuscripts submitted for consideration is treated confidentially. Personal information relating to authors and reviewers is not unnecessarily disclosed to third parties and is handled in accordance with the requirements of the editorial and peer-review process.
Reviewers are expected to maintain the confidentiality of manuscripts and related materials, while editors and journal staff are expected to protect information obtained through the submission and review process.
Publication of Author Information
Information that forms part of a published article, such as author names, affiliations, article title, abstract, acknowledgements, and other bibliographic information, may be made publicly available as part of the scholarly record. Authors should ensure that the information supplied to the journal is accurate and appropriate for publication.
Data Security
The journal takes reasonable administrative and technical measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, loss, or misuse. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure, and users should exercise appropriate care when submitting information online.
Third-Party Services
The journal website or submission and publishing systems may rely on third-party technical services where necessary for hosting, website functionality, manuscript management, communication, analytics, or related publishing activities. Such services may process limited information as required to provide their functions and are expected to handle information in accordance with applicable privacy and security requirements.
Cookies and Website Usage
The journal website may use cookies or similar technologies to support essential website functionality, improve user experience, maintain security, and understand general website usage. Users may be able to manage cookie preferences through their browser settings, although disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
Retention of Information
Personal and editorial information may be retained for as long as reasonably necessary to administer the journal, maintain accurate scholarly and publication records, comply with applicable requirements, resolve disputes, and preserve the integrity of the academic record.
User Rights and Enquiries
Individuals may contact the journal regarding questions about the personal information they have provided, the use of their information, or the correction of inaccurate information where appropriate. Requests will be considered in accordance with applicable legal, ethical, and editorial requirements.
By using the AION Linguistica website or participating in its submission, review, and publication processes, users acknowledge that relevant information may be processed for legitimate scholarly, editorial, administrative, and technical purposes.
For privacy-related questions or concerns, users may contact the editorial team through the official journal website: aionlinguistica.com.
