Submissions

This server is not accepting submissions at this time.

Author Guidelines

Researchers are invited to submit a preprint to be posted on this server. All preprints will be moderated to determine whether they meet the aims and scope of this server. Those considered to be a good fit will be posted and the author will be notified.

Before submitting a preprint, authors are responsible for obtaining permission to share any material included with the preprint, such as photos, documents and datasets. All authors identified on the preprint must consent to be identified as an author. Where appropriate, research should be approved by an appropriate ethics committee in accordance with the legal requirements of the study's country.

When you're satisfied that your preprint meets this standard, please follow the checklist below to prepare your submission.

Submission Preparation Checklist

All submissions must meet the following requirements.

  • This submission meets the requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines.
  • This submission has not been previously posted.
  • All references have been checked for accuracy and completeness.
  • All tables and figures have been numbered and labeled.
  • Permission has been obtained to post all photos, datasets and other material provided with this preprint.

Preprints

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Privacy Statement

 

Arts and Humanities Preprint Server (AHPS)
Indian Open Preprint Systems (IOPS)

Effective Date: June 7, 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to the Arts and Humanities Preprint Server (AHPS), hosted by Indian Open Preprint Systems (IOPS). Your privacy is of utmost importance to us. This Privacy Statement outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, and protection of your personal information when you use our platform.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information
When you register, submit, or interact with our platform, we may collect the following personal information:
- Name
- Email address
- Institutional affiliation
- ORCID iD (optional)
- User credentials (username and password)

2.2 Non-Personal Information
We may also collect non-personal information such as:
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- IP address
- Usage data and browsing patterns
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:
- Facilitate your access to and use of the platform
- Process and manage your submissions
- Communicate with you regarding your submissions and account
- Provide technical support and respond to inquiries
- Analyze platform usage to improve services
- Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with:
- Peer reviewers and editors involved in the evaluation of your submissions
- Service providers who assist in platform operations (e.g., hosting, maintenance)
- Legal authorities if required by law or to protect our rights and safety

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no online platform can guarantee absolute security. 

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Statement, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:
- Access and review your personal information
- Correct or update inaccurate information
- Request the deletion of your personal information
- Withdraw your consent for data processing (where applicable)

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [insert contact email].

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our platform. You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of the platform.

9. Third-Party Links

Our platform 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 websites you visit.

10. Changes to This Privacy Statement

We may update this Privacy Statement from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated statement on our platform and indicating the effective date.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Statement or our data practices, don't hesitate to get in touch with us at:

Arts and Humanities Preprint Server
Indian Open Preprint Systems
[email protected]
 

Thank you for using the Arts and Humanities Preprint Server. We value your trust and are committed to protecting your privacy.