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Author Guidelines

Authors are invited to make a submission to this journal. All submissions will be assessed by an editor to determine whether they meet the aims and scope of this journal. Those considered to be a good fit will be sent for peer review before determining whether they will be accepted or rejected.

Before making a submission, authors are responsible for obtaining permission to publish any material included with the submission, such as photos, documents and datasets. All authors identified on the submission 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.

An editor may desk reject a submission if it does not meet minimum standards of quality. Before submitting, please ensure that the study design and research argument are structured and articulated properly. The title should be concise and the abstract should be able to stand on its own. This will increase the likelihood of reviewers agreeing to review the paper. When you're satisfied that your submission 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 published, nor is it before another journal for consideration.
  • All references have been checked for accuracy and completeness.
  • All tables and figures have been numbered and labeled.
  • Permission has been obtained to publish all photos, datasets and other material provided with this submission.

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Privacy Statement

Effective Date: January 20, 2026

The Research Community Journal (RCJ) is committed to protecting the privacy of our authors, reviewers, and readers. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit rcjjournal.org.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information necessary for the peer-review and publication process, including:

  • Personal Identifiers: Name, academic/professional affiliation, and job title.
  • Contact Information: Email address, physical mailing address, and phone number.
  • Research Data: ORCID iDs, research interests, and manuscript metadata.
  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and usage data via cookies to improve website performance.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your data is used strictly for scholarly publishing purposes:

  • To process, review, and publish your submitted manuscripts.
  • To communicate with authors and reviewers regarding the status of a submission.
  • To notify readers about new issues or journal announcements (if opted-in).
  • To process Article Processing Charges (APC) and provide invoices.

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data to third parties. Information is shared only in the following contexts:

  • Public Metadata: If your article is published, your name, affiliation, and email (as corresponding author) will be publicly visible as part of the scholarly record.
  • Indexing Services: Metadata is shared with indexing databases (e.g., Crossref, Scopus, Google Scholar) to ensure research discoverability.
  • Service Providers: We may share data with trusted partners who assist in web hosting, plagiarism checking (e.g., Ithenticate), or payment processing.

4. Data Retention

Because research articles form a permanent part of the scientific record, metadata associated with published works (names and affiliations) will be retained indefinitely. Information regarding rejected manuscripts or inactive accounts is periodically purged according to our internal data management schedule.

5. Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies to enhance user experience. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features of the submission system may not function correctly as a result.

6. Your Rights

Under global data protection laws (including GDPR), you have the right to:

  • Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
  • Request the correction of inaccurate information.
  • Request the deletion of your user account (provided it is not linked to a published article).
  • Opt-out of any marketing or newsletter communications at any time.

7. Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

Contact Our Data Protection Officer

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us at:

Email: editor@rcjjournal.org
Website: rcjjournal.org

Research Community Journal reserves the right to update this policy. All updates will be posted on this page.