Cookie Policy

Introduction
International Scientific Publishing Ltd ("the Company") is committed to transparency and compliance with applicable data protection laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the UK Data Protection Act 2018. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies on our platform (www.imasj.com) and provides information about the data collected, retention periods, and third-party services.

By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as outlined in this policy.

 

What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. Cookies allow the website to recognize your device and store certain information about your preferences or past actions.

 

Types of Cookies We Use

  1. Essential Cookies:
    • These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.
    • They include cookies that enable core functionalities such as security, accessibility, and basic navigation.
  2. Analytics and Performance Cookies:
    • These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information about traffic, user behavior, and platform performance.
    • The data collected is anonymized and used to improve the user experience and optimize our platform.

 

Third-Party Cookies
We use the following third-party services that deploy cookies for analytics and research purposes:

Google Analytics

  • Purpose: Google Analytics is used to track and report website traffic and user interactions. This helps us analyze usage patterns and improve the platform.
  • Data Collected: Anonymized IP addresses, device type, browser type, pages visited, time spent on the site, and interactions.
  • Retention Period: Data is retained for 26 months by default.
  • Data Security: Google Analytics uses encryption and secure data storage practices to protect your data.
  • Privacy Policy: Google Analytics Privacy Policy

Google Tag Manager

  • Purpose: Google Tag Manager is used to manage and deploy marketing tags (e.g., Google Analytics) efficiently.
  • Data Collected: Tag-triggering data, which does not include personal identifiable information (PII).
  • Retention Period: Data retention is managed by Google Tag Manager's integration with Google Analytics.
  • Data Security: Data is securely processed and stored by Google.
  • Privacy Policy: Google Tag Manager Privacy Policy

Microsoft Clarity

  • Purpose: Microsoft Clarity is used to analyze user behavior through session recordings, heatmaps, and click tracking.
  • Data Collected: Device type, browser type, pages visited, scrolls, clicks, anonymized IP addresses, and interactions.
  • Retention Period: Data is retained for 12 months.
  • Data Security: Microsoft Clarity ensures data protection using encryption and secure storage.
  • Privacy Policy: Microsoft Clarity Privacy Policy

Cloudflare

  • Purpose: Cloudflare is used to enhance website security, improve performance, and manage traffic efficiently. It also helps protect the website from malicious activities such as DDoS attacks.
  • Data Collected: Anonymized IP addresses, browser type, geographic location, and device details for traffic analysis and security purposes.
  • Retention Period: Cloudflare retains data for a limited period as needed for its services.
  • Data Security: Cloudflare employs encryption, secure storage, and advanced threat detection to safeguard data.
  • Privacy Policy: Cloudflare Privacy Policy

Facebook, Instagram, and Meta

  • Purpose: These platforms are used for marketing, analytics, and engagement purposes, allowing us to analyze user interactions and improve our advertising strategies.
  • Data Collected: IP address, browser type, interactions with ads, and demographic information.
  • Retention Period: Data retention is governed by Facebook and Instagram policies.
  • Data Security: Meta employs encryption and secure data storage practices.
  • Privacy Policy: Meta Privacy Policy

LinkedIn

  • Purpose: LinkedIn is used for professional networking, analytics, and engagement tracking to improve outreach.
  • Data Collected: Browser type, device details, interactions with our content, and geographic information.
  • Retention Period: LinkedIn retains data as per its privacy standards.
  • Data Security: LinkedIn employs robust security measures to protect user data.
  • Privacy Policy: LinkedIn Privacy Policy

Bing

  • Purpose: Bing is used for analytics and tracking user interactions with our website through search engine marketing and insights.
  • Data Collected: Browser type, search terms, IP address, and interactions with ads.
  • Retention Period: Data retention is defined by Microsoft's policies.
  • Data Security: Microsoft ensures data protection through encryption and secure storage.
  • Privacy Policy: Bing Privacy Policy

Stripe

  • Purpose: Stripe is used as a payment gateway to process transactions securely.
  • Data Collected: Payment details (e.g., card information), billing address, email address, and transaction history.
  • Retention Period: Stripe retains data as long as necessary for compliance with financial regulations.
  • Data Security: Stripe uses encryption and is PCI DSS compliant to ensure secure payment processing.
  • Privacy Policy: Stripe Privacy Policy

Mollie

  • Purpose: Mollie is used as a payment gateway to process online payments securely.
  • Data Collected: Payment details, billing address, email address, and transaction details.
  • Retention Period: Mollie retains data as required for regulatory and financial compliance.
  • Data Security: Mollie uses advanced encryption and adheres to financial security standards.
  • Privacy Policy: Mollie Privacy Policy

PayPal

  • Purpose: PayPal is used to process online payments securely and efficiently.
  • Data Collected: Payment information, billing address, email address, and transaction history.
  • Retention Period: PayPal retains data as necessary to comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
  • Data Security: PayPal employs encryption and fraud prevention technologies to secure payment data.
  • Privacy Policy: PayPal Privacy Policy

 

How to Manage Cookies
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

 

Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our business operations. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review it periodically.

 

Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us.

 

Last Update: 23.01.2025