Journal Policies
Effective Date: May 18, 2026
Welcome to the International Journal of Sustainability in Engineering, Science and Management (IJSESM). Your privacy is important to us. These Policies explains how IJSESM collects, uses, stores, and protects the personal information of authors, reviewers, editors, readers, and website visitors. By accessing or using the IJSESM website, you agree to the terms outlined in these Policies.
Privacy Policies
Information We Collect
IJSESM may collect personal and non-personal information from users through manuscript submissions, registrations, newsletter subscriptions, contact forms, and website interactions.
Personal Information
We may collect the following personal information:
Full name, Email address, Institutional affiliation, Phone number, Country and address information, ORCID ID or academic profile details, Billing and payment information, Manuscript and research data submitted for publication.
Non-Personal Information
We may automatically collect:
IP address, Browser type and version, Device information, Operating system, Website usage statistics, Cookies and analytics data.
How We Use Your Information
The information collected may be used for Processing manuscript submissions and peer review, Managing author, reviewer, and editor accounts, Publishing accepted articles, Communicating editorial decisions and journal updates, Processing publication fees and invoices, Improving website performance and user experience, Responding to inquiries and support requests, Sending newsletters, announcements, and academic updates, Maintaining the security and integrity of the website, Complying with legal and ethical publishing obligations.
Manuscript Confidentiality
How We Treat Your Manuscript
IJSESM maintains strict confidentiality regarding submitted manuscripts. Submitted articles, reviewer comments, and editorial decisions are only accessible to authorized editorial staff, reviewers, and the respective authors involved in the publication process.
Reviewers are expected to treat manuscripts as confidential documents and must not share or use unpublished information for personal benefit.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
How We Use Cookies
IJSESM may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website performance.
Cookies may be used to: Remember user preferences Maintain login sessions Analyze website traffic and visitor behavior Improve website functionality and performance.
Users can modify browser settings to refuse cookies; however, some website features may not function properly.
Sharing of Information
How We Treat Your Information
IJSESM does not sell, trade, or rent personal information to third parties.
We may share information only in the following circumstances: With editorial board members and reviewers for publication purposes, With trusted service providers assisting website operations or payment processing, When required by law, legal processes, or regulatory authorities, To protect the rights, safety, and integrity of IJSESM and its users
Data Security
Data Security
IJSESM implements appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect data, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure.
Third-Party Services and Links
Links and Indexing
The IJSESM website may contain links to third-party websites, indexing databases, payment gateways, or external resources.
IJSESM is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external websites. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of any third-party services they access.
Data Retention
Data Storage and Archiving
Personal information and publication records may be retained for as long as necessary to: Maintain academic and publication archives, Fulfill legal and regulatory obligations, Resolve disputes and enforce agreements, Support ongoing editorial and publishing activities.
Published articles and author information may remain permanently accessible as part of the scholarly record.
Children's Privacy
Minors Information Collection
IJSESM services are intended for researchers, academics, professionals, and individuals above the age required by applicable laws. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Children's Privacy
Minors Information Collection
IJSESM services are intended for researchers, academics, professionals, and individuals above the age required by applicable laws. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Open Access Policy
Community Accessibility
International Journal of Sustainability in Engineering, Science and Management (IJSESM) follows a gold open access model, which means that all articles are freely accessible online without any subscription barriers. This approach ensures that our research is available to the entire scientific community.
IJRISS is an open access journal, meaning all articles are freely accessible to readers worldwide immediately upon publication. Articles are published under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0), allowing others to share and adapt the work with proper attribution.
By adopting an open access model, we uphold the principle that research and scientific discoveries should be universally accessible. This model not only boosts the visibility of authors’ work but also enhances scholarly communication, thereby amplifying the impact and reach of the research published in our journal.
Copyright Statement
Unrestricted Use, Sharing, and Reproduction
All articles published in our journal are licensed under CC-BY 4.0, which permits authors to retain copyright of their work. This license allows for unrestricted use, sharing, and reproduction of the articles, provided that proper credit is given to the original authors and the source. Link-https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Editorial Policies
Peer Review Process
All submitted manuscripts undergo a rigorous peer review process to ensure the quality and integrity of the research published. The review process is double-blind, meaning both the reviewers and the authors remain anonymous to each other throughout the review process.
Originality and Plagiarism
Authors must ensure that their work is original and has not been published elsewhere. Manuscripts are checked for plagiarism using appropriate software. Any manuscript with a high similarity index may be rejected or returned to the authors for revision.
Authorship
All authors listed on the manuscript should have made a significant contribution to the research and approved the final version of the paper. Changes to the list of authors after submission must be approved by all co-authors.
Conflicts of Interest
Authors must disclose any financial or personal relationships that could be viewed as potential conflicts of interest. Reviewers and editors must also declare any conflicts of interest and, if necessary, recuse themselves from the review process.
Ethical Considerations
Research involving human subjects or animals must adhere to ethical standards and obtain necessary approvals from relevant ethics committees. Authors must include a statement confirming that ethical approval was obtained and that participants gave informed consent.
Data Availability
Authors are encouraged to make their research data publicly available and provide a data availability statement. This promotes transparency and allows others to replicate and build upon the research.
Corrections and Retractions
If significant errors are found in a published article, the journal will issue a correction. In cases of serious misconduct or fraudulent data, the article may be retracted. Authors are responsible for promptly informing the journal of any errors discovered after publication.
Repository Policy
Authors are encouraged to deposit their published articles in institutional or other repositories immediately following publication, using the final published version (publisher’s PDF).
Publication Fees
To support open-access publication, a publication fee may be charged. Information about publication fees is clearly stated on the journal’s website.
Copyright and Licensing
Authors retain the copyright of their work but grant the journal the right to publish the article. All articles are published under the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY 4.0), allowing for broad dissemination and use.
Misconduct and Ethical Violations
IJRISS takes allegations of misconduct seriously. This includes plagiarism, data fabrication, and ethical violations.
Transparency in Review and Publication
The journal is committed to transparency in its editorial and peer review processes. Decision letters, reviewer comments, and author responses are documented and stored to ensure accountability and clarity.
Disclaimer Statement
The authors of articles published in IJSESM are solely responsible for the content of their work. Neither IJSESM, its editors, publishers, nor anyone involved in producing or distributing the journal assumes liability or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of the information provided. They are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from the use of published content.
These editorial policies ensure that the International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science maintains the highest standards of academic integrity, quality, and transparency.