Privacy Policy for PNG Publications and Scientific Research Limited and the American Journal of Health Behavior:

At PNG Publications and Scientific Research Limited, we are committed to safeguarding the privacy and confidentiality of our users and authors. This privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect personal information through our website and publication processes:

Collection of Information A Personal Information: We may collect personal information, such as names, affiliations, email addresses, and contact details, from authors, reviewers, and users who interact with our website or submit manuscripts. b. Non-Personal Information: We may collect non-personal information, such as IP addresses, browser types, and website usage data, for statistical purposes and to enhance the user experience.

Use of Information: a. Manuscript Submission: Personal information provided during manuscript submission is used solely for the purpose of processing and managing the publication process. b. Communication: We may use personal information to communicate with authors, reviewers, and users regarding manuscript submissions, peer review process, publication updates, and other relevant information related to the American Journal of Health Behavior. c. Analytics and Improvements: Non-personal information may be used for statistical analysis, website improvement, and to monitor user engagement and trends.

Information Sharing A Confidentiality: We maintain the confidentiality of personal information and do not disclose it to third parties without consent, except as required by law or to facilitate the publication process. b. Peer Reviewers: Reviewers are granted access to manuscript details necessary for the peer review process, but they are bound by confidentiality agreements and are prohibited from disclosing any information about the manuscript. c. Service Providers: We may engage trusted third-party service providers to assist with manuscript processing, website hosting, analytics, and other necessary functions. These providers are obligated to maintain the confidentiality and security of the information.

Data Security: a. We employ industry-standard security measures to protect personal information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. b. Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party websites.

Data Retention: We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. We take appropriate measures to ensure the secure disposal of data when no longer needed.

Consent and Control: By submitting personal information or using our website, users consent to the terms of this privacy policy. Users have the right to access, modify, or delete their personal information and can contact us for any privacy-related inquiries or requests.

PNG Publications and Scientific Research Limited is committed to maintaining the privacy and security of personal information in accordance with applicable data protection laws. This privacy policy may be updated from time to time, and any significant changes will be communicated through our website or other appropriate channels.