Privacy Policy

Introduction

Wisdomgale Journals uses cookies and similar technologies to improve website functionality, enhance user experience, analyze website performance, and support the delivery of online publishing services.

This Cookie Policy explains how Wisdomgale Journals uses cookies, how these technologies operate, and how users can manage their preferences regarding cookie usage.

This policy applies to visitors, registered users, authors, reviewers, editors, and all individuals accessing Wisdomgale Journals websites and digital platforms.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on a user's device when visiting a website. They allow websites to recognize devices, remember preferences, and collect information about interactions with online services.

Cookies may be temporary or persistent:

• Session cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when the browser session ends.
• Persistent cookies: Cookies that remain stored on a device for a defined period or until manually removed.

Cookies may be placed directly by Wisdomgale Journals or by authorized third-party service providers.

Scope of This Policy

This Cookie Policy applies to all Wisdomgale Journals websites, manuscript submission systems, online journal platforms, and related digital services where cookies or similar technologies are used.

This policy should be read together with the Wisdomgale Journals Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions.

By using Wisdomgale Journals websites, users may manage cookie preferences according to their choices and applicable legal requirements.

Types of Cookies We Use

Wisdomgale Journals may use different categories of cookies depending on their purpose and functionality.

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of the website and cannot generally be disabled through cookie preference settings.

They may support functions such as:

• User authentication;
• Secure account access;
• Manuscript submission workflows;
• Session management;
• Website security features.

Functional Cookies

Functional cookies allow the website to remember user preferences and provide enhanced functionality.

Examples may include:

• Language preferences;
• User interface settings;
• Saved platform preferences.

Analytics Cookies

Analytics cookies help Wisdomgale Journals understand how users interact with the website and improve platform performance.

These cookies may collect information such as:

• Pages visited;
• Time spent on pages;
• General usage patterns;
• Technical performance information.

Performance Cookies

Performance cookies assist in monitoring website reliability, speed, and technical functionality.

Marketing and Advertising Cookies

Where applicable, marketing cookies may be used to understand user interests and provide relevant communications or services.

Wisdomgale Journals does not use marketing cookies without appropriate consent where required by applicable regulations.

Purpose of Cookie Usage

Cookies may be used for the following purposes:

• Providing secure access to online services;
• Maintaining user sessions;
• Improving website usability;
• Analyzing website performance;
• Understanding user interaction with publishing services;
• Supporting technical maintenance and security.

Cookies help Wisdomgale Journals maintain efficient, secure, and user-friendly digital publishing services.

Third-Party Cookies and Services

Wisdomgale Journals may use third-party services that place cookies or similar technologies on users' devices to support website functionality, analytics, security, or other operational purposes.

Third-party services may include providers that support:

• Website analytics and performance measurement;
• Security and fraud prevention;
• Content delivery and technical infrastructure;
• Embedded content or external resources.

Wisdomgale Journals does not control third-party cookies directly and recommends that users review the privacy and cookie practices of relevant third-party providers.

Third-party cookies that require user consent will only be activated according to applicable legal requirements and user preferences.

Cookie Consent Management

Wisdomgale Journals provides users with the ability to manage their cookie preferences through a cookie consent management system.

Where required by applicable data protection laws, non-essential cookies will not be activated before the user provides appropriate consent.

Users may choose to:

• Accept all cookies;
• Reject non-essential cookies;
• Select specific categories of cookies;
• Modify previously selected preferences.

Cookie preferences can be updated at any time through the Wisdomgale Journals Cookie Management Tool.

Cookie Management Tool

The Wisdomgale Journals Cookie Management Tool allows users to control how cookies are used on the website.

The tool may provide options including:

• Viewing available cookie categories;
• Understanding the purpose of each cookie category;
• Activating or disabling optional cookies;
• Saving user preferences.

Strictly necessary cookies required for essential website operations may remain active because disabling them may prevent certain platform functions from working correctly.

User Cookie Preferences

Users have control over optional cookie categories and may adjust their preferences according to their personal choices.

Changing cookie preferences may affect certain website functions or user experience features.

Users are encouraged to review their preferences periodically, especially when accessing Wisdomgale Journals services from different devices or browsers.

Withdrawing or Changing Consent

Users may withdraw or modify previously provided cookie consent at any time.

Changes to cookie preferences will apply to future use of Wisdomgale Journals services. Cookies already stored on a device may need to be deleted manually through browser settings.

Withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out before consent was withdrawn.

Browser Cookie Controls

In addition to the Wisdomgale Journals Cookie Management Tool, users may manage cookies through their web browser settings.

Most browsers allow users to:

• View stored cookies;
• Delete existing cookies;
• Block cookies;
• Receive notifications before cookies are stored.

Disabling certain cookies may affect the availability or functionality of some Wisdomgale Journals services.

Cookies and Personal Data Protection

Cookies may involve the processing of information that can be considered personal data under applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable.

Wisdomgale Journals processes cookie-related information according to principles of:

• Lawfulness, fairness, and transparency;
• Purpose limitation;
• Data minimization;
• Security and confidentiality;
• Accountability.

Where cookies involve personal data processing, Wisdomgale Journals ensures that appropriate legal grounds and safeguards are applied.

For additional information about personal data processing, users should consult the Wisdomgale Journals Privacy Policy.

Data Retention Periods

Cookie-related information is retained only for the period necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy or to comply with applicable legal requirements.

Retention periods may vary depending on the type and purpose of the cookie.

Examples include:

• Session cookies: Removed when the browsing session ends;
• Preference cookies: Stored for a defined period to remember user settings;
• Analytics cookies: Retained according to applicable service provider settings and legal requirements.

Wisdomgale Journals regularly reviews cookie usage and removes unnecessary cookies or related information when appropriate.

User Rights Under Applicable Laws

Depending on the user's location and applicable regulations, users may have rights regarding personal data processed through cookies.

These rights may include:

• The right to information about data processing activities;
• The right to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent;
• The right to access personal data;
• The right to request correction of inaccurate information;
• The right to request deletion where applicable;
• The right to object to certain processing activities.

Requests related to privacy rights may be submitted through the contact channels provided by Wisdomgale Journals.

Security and Confidentiality

Wisdomgale Journals applies appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect information associated with cookie usage and website interactions.

Security measures may include:

• Access controls;
• Secure transmission technologies;
• System monitoring;
• Protection against unauthorized access.

While reasonable security measures are implemented, no internet-based service can guarantee absolute security.

Policy Enforcement and Compliance

Wisdomgale Journals is committed to maintaining transparent and responsible cookie practices.

Failure to comply with applicable cookie requirements may result in corrective actions, including:

• Review of cookie configurations;
• Modification of consent mechanisms;
• Removal of non-compliant technologies;
• Updates to website practices and documentation.

Wisdomgale Journals periodically reviews cookie practices to ensure alignment with applicable legal and technical requirements.

Changes to This Cookie Policy

Wisdomgale Journals may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or website functionality.

Updated versions of this policy will be published on the Wisdomgale Journals website with the applicable revision date.

Users are encouraged to review this policy periodically to remain informed about current cookie practices.

Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or cookie preferences, you may contact Wisdomgale Journals through the official communication channels provided on the website.

Wisdomgale Journals will review requests related to cookie management and data protection according to applicable requirements.