Privacy Statement

The Iranian Journal of Kidney Diseases (IJKD) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of authors, reviewers, editors, and readers. This statement outlines how personal information is collected, used, and safeguarded.


Information Collection

We may collect personal information such as:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Institutional affiliation
  • Contact details

This information is collected when users:

  • Register on the journal website
  • Submit manuscripts
  • Participate in peer review
  • Subscribe to notifications

Use of Information

The collected information is used solely for:

  • Managing manuscript submissions and editorial processes
  • Communicating with authors, reviewers, and editors
  • Providing access to journal content and services
  • Improving the functionality and user experience of the website

We do not use personal data for commercial or marketing purposes.


 Data Protection

The journal implements appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against:

  • Unauthorized access
  • Disclosure
  • Alteration
  • Destruction

Access to personal data is restricted to authorized personnel involved in the journal’s operations.


Third-Party Disclosure

Personal information will not be sold, traded, or shared with third parties, except:

  • When required for journal operations (e.g., indexing services, hosting providers)
  • When required by law or legal obligation

All third-party service providers are expected to maintain confidentiality and data protection standards.


Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The journal website may use cookies to:

  • Enhance user experience
  • Analyze website usage

Cookies may collect non-personal information such as browser type and IP address. Users may disable cookies through their browser settings, though some features of the site may be affected.


 External Links

The journal website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of any external websites they visit.


Updates to This Policy

This Privacy Statement may be updated periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page. Users are encouraged to review this policy regularly.


Consent

By using this website and submitting content, users consent to the collection and use of their information as described in this Privacy Statement.