Last Updated: 1-Jan-2025  
IOTS is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of IOTS users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you engage with our services, including the publication of open-access journals, conference proceedings, and participation in scientific events.  
By using IOTS services, you agree to the practices outlined in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect

• Personal Information**  
  We collect personal information that you provide voluntarily, including:  
  Name, title, and professional affiliation.  
  Email address, phone number, and mailing address.  
  Payment information for processing fees.  
  Information submitted for manuscripts, conference registrations, and event participation.
• Non-Personal Information  
  We collect non-personal information automatically through cookies and analytics tools, including:  
  IP address, browser type, and device information.  
  Usage data such as pages visited and time spent on our website.
• Manuscript and Research Data 
  We collect data related to manuscripts and conference proceedings submitted for publication, including research findings, abstracts, and supplementary materials.  

2. How We Use Your Information 
IOTS uses the collected information for the following purposes:

• Service Delivery: Processing manuscript submissions, peer reviews, and publications.  
  Managing conference registrations, scheduling, and participation.
• Communication: Sending updates about submissions, conferences, and events.  
  Responding to inquiries and providing customer support.
• Improvement of Services: Analysing user behaviour to enhance website functionality and user experience.
• Compliance and Legal Obligations: Ensuring adherence to ethical standards and preventing fraudulent activities.

Marketing: Sending newsletters, promotional materials, and event announcements (only with user consent).

3. Information Sharing  
IOTS does not sell or rent personal information to third parties. However, we may share information in the following circumstances:

• With Service Providers: Third-party vendors supporting our operations (e.g., payment processors, hosting services).
• For Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations, court orders, or government requests.
• For Academic Collaboration: Sharing research data with reviewers, editors, and conference committees involved in IOTS activities.
• With Consent: When users explicitly agree to share their information for specific purposes.  

4. Data Storage and Security 
We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including:  
Secure servers and encryption for sensitive information.  
Regular updates and audits of our data protection systems.  
Access controls to ensure only authorised personnel handle personal data.  

5. Cookies and Tracking 
IOTS uses cookies and similar technologies to:  
Enhance website functionality and user experience.  
Track user interactions for analytics purposes.  
Users can manage or disable cookies through their browser settings, though this may affect website functionality.  

6. Retention of Data  
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. Research data, including manuscripts and conference proceedings, may be retained indefinitely for archival and academic purposes.  

7. Your Rights 
Users have the following rights regarding their personal data:

• Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal and contractual obligations.
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your personal data in a machine-readable format.
• Withdraw Consent: Opt-out of receiving promotional communications or withdraw consent for data processing.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the details provided below.

8. International Users 
For users accessing IOTS services outside India, please note that your data may be processed and stored in India or other countries where IOTS operates. By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your data to these locations.  

9. Updates to this Privacy Policy  
IOTS reserves the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on our website, and users are encouraged to review the policy periodically.  

Contact Us 
For questions, concerns, or to exercise your data rights, please contact:
IOTS Publishers 
Email: contact@iotspublishers.com
Website: https://www.iotspublishers.com
By using IOTS services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.