Privacy Statement

LIER: Language Inquiry & Exploration Review prioritizes the safeguarding of privacy and personal information for all individuals who engage with our platform, including users, authors, reviewers, and visitors. This Privacy Statement details the collection, utilization, and protection of personal information acquired through the website and submission system of LIER: Language Inquiry & Exploration Review.

1. The Collection of Personal Data

LIER: Language Inquiry & Exploration Review has the potential to gather personal information from individuals involved in the manuscript submission process, such as authors, reviewers, and editorial board members. Personal information typically encompasses individuals' names, affiliations, contact details, as well as their academic or professional qualifications. LIER: Language Inquiry & Exploration Review gathers this information to support the peer review process, editorial communication, and publication of articles.

2. Utilization of Personal Information

Personal information collected by LIER: Language Inquiry & Exploration Review is used solely for the purpose of managing the submission, review, and publication processes. The journal may also use contact details to communicate with authors, reviewers, and editorial board members regarding their submissions, reviews, or journal-related matters.

3. Confidentiality and Security

LIER: Language Inquiry & Exploration Review maintains strict confidentiality of all personal information collected. The journal implements appropriate security measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Access to personal information is restricted to authorized personnel only and is used strictly for journal-related purposes.

4. Retention of Data

LIER: Language Inquiry & Exploration Review retains personal information as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. Personal data related to published articles may be retained for archival purposes and to comply with legal obligations.

5. External Service Providers

LIER: Language Inquiry & Exploration Review may use third-party services or tools to enhance the journal's functionality and user experience. These services may collect non-personal data, such as website usage statistics, for analysis and improvement purposes. However, personal information will not be shared with third parties without explicit consent, except as required by law.

6. Contact

For any inquiries or questions related to the Privacy Statement or personal data processing, please contact the editorial team at editor LIER: Language Inquiry & Exploration Review.