Privacy Statement

Effective Date: 15/07/2024

Introduction

At Delta Oghara Medical Journal (DOMJ), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Statement outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you interact with our website, register as a user, or submit content as an author. By using our services, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

  1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: When you register, submit manuscripts, or communicate with us, we may collect information such as your name, email address, institutional affiliation, contact details, and other relevant data.
  • Usage Data: We collect information about how you use our website, including IP addresses, browser type, pages visited, and other analytics to improve our services.
  1. How We Use Your Information

The information we collect is used for the following purposes:

  • User Registration: To create and manage your account.
  • Manuscript Submission: To process, review, and publish your submissions.
  • Communication: To send you updates, newsletters, and important notices.
  • Service Improvement: To analyse usage patterns and enhance our website and services.
  1. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • Editorial and Peer Review Process: Your information may be shared with editors and reviewers to facilitate the review and publication process.
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to legal processes.
  1. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet-based service can be completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

  1. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data.
  • Request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal and contractual obligations.
  • Object to or restrict the processing of your data.
  • Withdraw consent at any time where we are relying on consent to process your data.
  1. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us analyze web traffic and improve our services. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

  1. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

  1. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the effective date will be updated accordingly. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Delta Oghara Medical Journal (DOMJ)
Delta State University Teaching Hospital
Oghara, Delta 333106
Nigeria

Email: [email protected]
Phone: +234 803 570 1711

By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to our collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described herein.