At De Gruyter, we value your privacy and are committed to safeguarding the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you interact with us through our website, services, and communications.
We collect the following types of information to provide our services and improve your experience:
Contact Information : Your name, email address, mailing address, and phone number.
Payment Information : For book purchases or services, including credit card numbers and billing information.
Author Information : Manuscript submissions, biographies, and related publishing details.
Technical Data : Your IP address, browser type, operating system, and browsing behavior.
Cookies and Tracking : We use cookies to enhance website functionality and track user preferences. You can control cookie usage through your browser settings.
Correspondence : Emails, queries, survey responses, and feedback.
Marketing Preferences : Choices regarding promotional emails, newsletters, and offers.
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
Processing Book Orders & Author Submissions : To facilitate purchases, manage author contracts, and communicate about the submission process.
Communication : To send you information about new books, special offers, or important updates related to our services.
Website and Service Improvement : To analyze user interactions and optimize the functionality of our website and services.
Customer Support : To respond to inquiries, feedback, or complaints, ensuring the best possible service.
Legal Compliance : To meet legal obligations, including regulatory reporting and fraud prevention.
We do not sell your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your data in the following cases:
Service Providers : With trusted third parties that assist us in delivering services (e.g., payment processors, shipping companies).
Legal Obligations : If required by law, regulation, or legal process, we may disclose information to authorities or legal bodies.
Business Transactions : In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the business.
We employ a range of security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure. While we take reasonable precautions to secure your data, please note that no online system is entirely foolproof.
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve the user experience on our website. Cookies help us understand user behavior, personalize content, and remember your preferences. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain functionalities of the website.
You have the following rights concerning your personal information:
Access and Correction : You can request access to your personal data or corrections if the information we hold is inaccurate.
Opt-Out of Marketing : You can unsubscribe from promotional emails or update your preferences at any time.
Deletion : You may request the deletion of your personal information, subject to legal requirements.
Data Portability : Where applicable, you can request a copy of your data in a structured format.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [+91 98886 50222].
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. When your information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.
Our website may include links to third-party websites, plugins, or services. These sites operate independently of us, and we are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal data.
Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that we have collected information from a child, we will take steps to delete the data as soon as possible.
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on our website with the revised effective date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your personal information.
Welcome to De Gruyter! These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our website, services, and products. By accessing or using our website, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please refrain from using our website.
By accessing, browsing, or using our website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions, as well as our Privacy Policy and Cookies Policy. If you are using this website on behalf of a company or organization, you represent that you have the authority to bind that entity to these Terms and Conditions.
All content on this website, including but not limited to text, images, graphics, logos, designs, and downloadable materials, is the intellectual property of De Gruyter or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works of any content without our express written consent. You are permitted to use the content for personal, non-commercial purposes, provided you do not remove any proprietary notices.
You agree to use the website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You may not:
Use the website in any manner that could disable, overburden, or impair the website.
Engage in any unauthorized use, including hacking or violating security features of the website.
Use the website to transmit any harmful or malicious code.
Use any automated means (such as robots or spiders) to access the website without our express permission.
To access certain features of our website, you may be required to create an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during the registration process. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and are solely responsible for any activity that occurs under your account. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if we believe you are violating these Terms or engaging in fraudulent or unlawful activity.
When you make a purchase through our website, you agree to provide valid and accurate payment information. All prices for books and services are listed in (INR / USD) and are subject to change without notice. We use secure third-party payment processors for transactions. By providing your payment information, you consent to our payment processor’s terms and policies.
Cancellation and Refunds: You may cancel your order before it is accepted by the respective Department. Refunds are granted in accordance with our refund policy, which can be found here.
For authors submitting manuscripts or other content for publication, you represent that:
The work is original and does not infringe on the intellectual property rights of others.
You have the legal right to submit the work for publication.
Any information provided in your submission is truthful and accurate.
We reserve the right to reject or withdraw any submission at our discretion and are not obligated to publish any material submitted to us.
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. These links are provided for your convenience, but we do not endorse or take responsibility for the content or practices of these websites. You access third-party websites at your own risk and should review their respective terms and policies.
The website and all content are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. De Gruyter does not warrant that the website will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim any and all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
In no event shall De Gruyter or its affiliates be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from or related to your use of the website, products, or services. Our total liability to you for any claim arising out of or relating to these Terms shall not exceed the amount you paid to De Gruyter in the 12 months prior to the claim.
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless De Gruyter, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from your use of the website, violation of these Terms, or violation of any rights of a third party.
These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [insert jurisdiction], without regard to its conflict of law principles. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in [insert jurisdiction] for any disputes arising out of or related to your use of the website.
We reserve the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date. Your continued use of the website after changes are made constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.
We may suspend or terminate your access to the website or your account at our discretion, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to our interests or users.
At De Gruyter, we are committed to delivering the highest standards of editorial and publishing excellence. Please review our policies below to understand our process and guidelines regarding payments, delays, and refunds.
Once payment has been confirmed via email from the respective department, refunds will no longer be available as the process for publication has already begun.
Refunds are only applicable if we acknowledge that we are unable to complete the requested work. In all other cases, there is no refund.
Delays may occur due to factors beyond our control, such as delays from journals or publishers. We kindly request your understanding in such cases, as the timeline extensions are not caused by our internal processes.
If your article or work is not accepted by the selected journal or publisher, we will suggest alternative options. Should you have any objections, you must notify us within the specified timeframe. Failure to do so will result in us proceeding with the work as planned.
Please note that once a journal is published, refunds are not offered as per our general policy. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in maintaining the integrity of the publishing process.
In rare cases, unforeseen circumstances may require changes to the publication. Should this happen, we will notify you via email with details of the adjustments. You will be given a specific timeframe to respond. If we do not receive a response within this period, we will proceed with the changes, assuming your acceptance. After this, the process will be considered final, and no cancellations or refunds will be possible.
If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to us at info@degruyter.in, copying researchfoundation566@gmail.com, before the deadline for changes.
