USER AGREEMENT & DATA PROTECTION POLICY
Lex Lumen Research Journal
Last Updated: 18/8/2024
1. INTRODUCTION
This User Agreement and Data Protection Policy (“Policy”) governs the collection, use, storage, and processing of personal data by Lex Lumen Research Journal (“Journal”, “we”, “our”, or “us”). This Policy applies to all authors, students, researchers, reviewers, subscribers, interns, event participants, and visitors (collectively referred to as “Users”) who access, engage with, or submit information to the Journal through any mode, including but not limited to websites, online forms, emails, registrations, submissions, or events.
By accessing the Journal or by filling out any form, submission, registration, or data entry related to Lex Lumen Research Journal, the User expressly agrees to the terms of this Policy.
2. SCOPE OF DATA COLLECTION
The Journal may collect the following types of information:
a. Personal Information
Full name
Email address
Phone number / contact details
Institutional or organizational affiliation
Educational qualifications
Professional details
b. Academic & Submission Data
Manuscripts, research papers, articles, abstracts
Author credentials and biographies
Declarations and undertakings
c. Technical & Usage Data
IP address
Browser or device information
Interaction with Journal communications (emails, updates)
3. PURPOSE OF DATA COLLECTION AND USE
All data provided by Users shall be collected and used lawfully and fairly for legitimate Journal-related purposes, including but not limited to:
Processing manuscript submissions and publications
Editorial review, peer review, and academic correspondence
Circulating Journal issues, newsletters, updates, and announcements
Informing Users about webinars, conferences, workshops, internships, competitions, and other events associated with the Journal
Academic networking and scholarly engagement
Maintaining internal records and compliance requirements
Improving the quality, accessibility, and functioning of the Journal
4. CONSENT AND ACCEPTANCE
By voluntarily submitting any personal or academic information to Lex Lumen Research Journal, including through:
Submission forms
Registration forms
Event participation forms
Internship or author onboarding forms
Any digital or physical data entry
The User provides free, informed, specific, and unambiguous consent for the collection, processing, storage, and use of such data for Journal-related purposes.
Submission of data shall be deemed as explicit acceptance of this Policy.
5. DATA SHARING & DISCLOSURE
The Journal does not sell, rent, or trade personal data to third parties.
However, data may be shared:
With editorial board members, reviewers, or technical partners strictly for Journal operations
When required by law, regulation, or legal process
To protect the rights, integrity, or security of the Journal
Double-Blind Peer Review and Anonymity
All manuscripts and academic submissions are subject to the Double-Blind Peer Review Policy of Lex Lumen Research Journal. Under this policy:
Author identities and personal details are anonymised before being shared with reviewers
Reviewer identities are not disclosed to authors
Personal and contact information collected during submission is used only for editorial and administrative purposes and is not accessible to reviewers
Accordingly, while personal data is collected at the time of submission, such data remains confidential, anonymised, and segregated during the peer review process to ensure fairness, academic integrity, and impartial evaluation.
All such sharing shall be limited, necessary, and purpose-specific.
6. DATA STORAGE & SECURITY
Lex Lumen Research Journal adopts reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to safeguard User data against:
Unauthorized access
Loss, misuse, or alteration
Accidental disclosure
Data shall be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes stated herein or as required by applicable law.
7. USER RIGHTS
Users have the right to:
Request access to their personal data
Seek correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
Withdraw consent for non-essential communications
Request deletion of data, subject to academic, legal, or regulatory obligations
Such requests may be made through official communication channels of the Journal.
8. COMMUNICATIONS & UPDATES
Users agree that the Journal may contact them via email, phone, or other electronic means for:
Publication-related communication
Academic updates and notifications
Events, calls for papers, and opportunities
Users may opt out of non-mandatory communications at any time.
9. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
Lex Lumen Research Journal shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from:
Use or inability to use the Journal
Data transmission over external networks
Events beyond reasonable control
10. GOVERNING LAW & JURISDICTION
This Policy shall be governed and interpreted in accordance with the laws of India, and courts having jurisdiction shall have exclusive authority over any disputes arising hereunder.
11. POLICY UPDATES
The Journal reserves the right to modify or update this Policy at any time. Continued engagement with the Journal after such changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.
12. CONTACT INFORMATION
For any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Policy, Users may contact Us.
By submitting any form or data to Lex Lumen Research Journal, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this User Agreement & Data Protection Policy.
