Introduction

Medical Channel Journal (MCJ) is committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of authors, reviewers, editors, and website visitors. Any personal information collected through the journal's website or manuscript submission system is used solely for editorial, publication, and administrative purposes. MCJ does not sell, rent, or disclose personal information to third parties except where required by law or necessary for journal operations.

Information We Collect

The journal may collect the following information during registration or manuscript submission:

• Full name and institutional affiliation

• Email address and contact information

• ORCID iD (if provided)

• Manuscript and supplementary files

• Reviewer and editorial correspondence

• Website usage data and technical information

Use of Information

The information collected is used to:

• Process manuscript submissions and peer review.

• Communicate editorial decisions and publication updates.

• Maintain accurate publication records.

• Improve journal services and website functionality.

• Comply with ethical, legal, and publishing requirements.

Confidentiality

All submitted manuscripts and personal information are treated as confidential. Access is limited to editors, reviewers, and authorized editorial staff directly involved in the editorial and publication process. Reviewers are required to maintain the confidentiality of all manuscripts under review.

Data Security

MCJ implements appropriate administrative and technical measures to safeguard personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or misuse. While reasonable security measures are maintained, no online system can guarantee absolute security.

Cookies

The journal website may use cookies to improve user experience, analyze website performance, and facilitate secure access to the manuscript submission system. Users may disable cookies through their browser settings; however, some website features may not function properly.

Third-Party Services

The journal may use trusted third-party services for manuscript management, indexing, DOI registration, plagiarism screening, and website hosting. These services are required to maintain appropriate standards for data protection and confidentiality.

Policy Updates

MCJ reserves the right to revise this Privacy Policy whenever necessary. Any updates will be published on the journal website, and continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact

For questions regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of personal information, please contact the Medical Channel Journal (MCJ) Editorial Office through the official email address provided on the journal website.