Cookie Preferences

The International Journal of Medicine (IJM) uses cookies and similar technologies to improve website performance, enhance user experience, and ensure secure access to our services. This policy explains how cookies are used and how you can manage your preferences.

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1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences, recognize repeat visits, and collect analytics.

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2. Types of Cookies We Use

1. Essential Cookies

   • Required for core website functionality (e.g., login, manuscript submission, secure browsing).

   • Cannot be disabled.

2. Performance & Analytics Cookies

   • Collect anonymous data about site usage (e.g., most visited pages, time spent on site).

   • Help us improve user experience.

3. Functional Cookies

   • Store user preferences such as language, display settings, and login details.

4. Third-Party Cookies

   • May be set by services we use (e.g., Google Analytics, CrossRef, indexing partners).

   • These services have their own privacy and cookie policies.

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3. Why We Use Cookies

• To enable secure access to submission and peer-review systems.

• To track website usage and improve journal performance.

• To remember author/reviewer login preferences.

• To deliver journal updates, metrics, and relevant content.

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4. Managing Cookie Preferences

• When visiting IJM’s website, you will be presented with a Cookie Consent Banner. You may choose to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize preferences.

• You can also manage or delete cookies through your browser settings:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies

  • Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy

  • Edge: Settings → Site permissions → Cookies

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5. Changes to This Policy

IJM may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Updates will be reflected on this page with a new effective date.

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6. Contact Information

For cookie or privacy-related questions, contact:

International Journal of Medicine (IJM)
Email:editor@theinternationalmedicine.com