1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information when you use AN-LIST:

• Full Name
• Email Address
• Mobile Number
• Institution or Organization Name
• Department & Designation
• Postal Address
• Username and Encrypted Password
• Profile Photograph (Optional)
• ORCID ID
• Research Interests
• Publication Details
• Journal & Conference Information
• Uploaded Documents
• Citation Information
• Review Reports

2. Automatically Collected Information

Our servers automatically collect certain technical information, including:

• IP Address
• Browser Type
• Operating System
• Device Information
• Language Preference
• Login Date & Time
• Pages Visited
• Cookies and Session Data

3. How We Use Your Information

Your information may be used to:

• Create and manage your account.
• Provide AN-LIST services.
• Verify your identity.
• Process journal and publication activities.
• Facilitate communication between institutions and researchers.
• Improve our website and services.
• Provide customer support.
• Prevent fraud and unauthorized access.
• Generate analytics and statistical reports.
• Comply with legal obligations.

4. Cookies

AN-LIST uses cookies to improve your browsing experience. Cookies help us remember your preferences, maintain secure sessions, and analyze website performance.

You may disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some features of the platform may not function properly.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

Your information may only be shared with:

• Authorized Academic Institutions
• Journal Publishers
• Conference Organizers
• Technology Service Providers
• Government Authorities when legally required

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures including:

• SSL/TLS Encryption
• Encrypted Password Storage
• Firewall Protection
• Role-Based Access Control
• Secure Cloud Infrastructure
• Routine Security Monitoring
• Regular Data Backups

Although we strive to protect your information, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure.

7. Your Rights

You may have the right to:

• Access your personal information.
• Correct inaccurate information.
• Delete your account.
• Download your personal information.
• Withdraw consent where applicable.
• Object to certain data processing activities.

8. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to provide our services, comply with applicable laws, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

9. Children's Privacy

AN-LIST is designed for researchers, authors, reviewers, editors, publishers, institutions, and academic professionals. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without appropriate consent where required.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed in countries outside your own. We take reasonable steps to ensure your data remains protected under applicable data protection laws.

11. Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, content, or security.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with the revised effective date.

13. Contact Information

14. Consent

By using AN-LIST, registering an account, or submitting information through our platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy.