The International Journal of Automotive & Transportation Engineering (IJATE) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of its authors, reviewers, editors, and readers. This Privacy Statement outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard personal data in accordance with international privacy standards and best practices.

1. Information Collection and Use

IJATE collects personal information, such as names, affiliations, email addresses, and ORCID IDs, solely for the purposes of manuscript submission, peer review, editorial processes, and journal communication. This information is not shared with third parties for commercial purposes.

2. Data Protection and Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to safeguard personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. Our systems are designed to comply with applicable data protection regulations.

3. Use of Cookies and Analytics

The IJATE website may use cookies and analytics tools to enhance the user experience and track website traffic. Users can manage cookie settings through their browser preferences.

4. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. IJATE is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites.

5. Data Retention and Deletion

Personal information is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill editorial and publication processes. Authors and reviewers may request data updates or deletions by contacting the editorial office.

6. Changes to This Privacy Statement

IJATE reserves the right to update this Privacy Statement as necessary to reflect changes in policies or legal requirements. Any updates will be communicated through our official channels.

7. Contact Information

For inquiries regarding this Privacy Statement or data privacy concerns, please contact the IJATE editorial office.