Privacy Policy
Niger Delta Journal of Philosophy & African Values (NDJOP)
Last Updated: August 5th, 2025
1. Introduction
This policy explains how NDJOP collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you use our web application (https://www.ndjop.org). By accessing our platform, you consent to these practices.
2. Data We Collect
A. Personal Information (provided by you):
- Authors: Name, email, affiliation, ORCID, postal address, payment details (if applicable).
- Reviewers: Name, email, expertise, institutional affiliation.
- Readers: Email (for alerts), name (optional for comments).
B. Automated Data:
- IP address (for security purposes only).
- Browser type and device information (server logs only).
- Note: We do not use cookies or tracking technologies.
C. Manuscript Data:
- Submitted manuscripts, peer review comments, published content.
3. How We Use Your Data
| Purpose | Legal Basis |
|---|---|
| Process submissions & peer review | Contractual obligation |
| Communicate about manuscripts | Legitimate interest |
| Publish articles (inc. metadata) | Consent |
| Improve web app functionality | Legitimate interest |
| Prevent fraud/abuse | Legal compliance |
| Send journal updates (opt-in) | Consent |
4. Data Sharing & Disclosure
We never sell your data. Limited sharing occurs with:
- Service Providers: Plagiarism checkers (e.g., iThenticate), payment processors, cloud hosts.
- Academic Partners: Indexing databases (Crossref, DOAJ) for published articles.
- Legal Obligations: If required by law (e.g., court orders).
- Public Content: Published articles, author names, affiliations.
5. Data Security
- Encryption: HTTPS/TLS for data transmission.
- Access Controls: Limited to editorial staff.
- Storage: Secure servers with firewalls; data retained only as long as necessary.
- Breach Protocol: Notify affected users within 72 hours.
6. Data Collection & Tracking
🍪 Cookie-Free Experience
NDJOP operates without cookies, respecting your privacy and academic focus.
- No Cookies: We do not use cookies or tracking technologies on our website.
- Session Management: User sessions are managed server-side without browser storage.
- No Analytics Tracking: We do not track user behavior or collect usage statistics.
- Privacy-First: Your browsing remains completely private and untracked.
7. Your Rights
You may:
- Access, correct, or delete your personal data.
- Withdraw consent (e.g., unsubscribe from emails).
- Request data portability (e.g., manuscript records).
- Object to processing (e.g., analytics).
Contact: [email protected] for requests.
8. International Transfers
Data may be processed globally but protected via:
- Standard Contractual Clauses (EU).
- Compliance with Nigeria's NDPR and partner laws.
9. Children's Privacy
Our services target academics. We do not knowingly collect data from minors under 16.
10. Third-Party Links
We link to external sites (e.g., CrossRef). This policy does not cover their practices.
11. Policy Updates
Changes will be posted here with a new "Last Updated" date.
Contact
For privacy concerns:
- Email: [email protected]
- Postal: Department of Philosophy, Faculty of Arts, Niger Delta University, Wilberforce Island, Bayelsa State, Nigeria
Supervisory Authority:
National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Nigeria.
This policy reflects our commitment to the African values of communal trust (Ubuntu) and global ethical standards.