HJBHS is committed to protecting the personal information of its authors, reviewers, editors, and website users. This policy outlines how the journal collects, uses, stores, and safeguards personal data throughout the submission, peer review, and publication processes.

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The journal collects essential information such as contact details, professional affiliations, manuscript submission data, reviewer feedback, and limited website analytics. This information is used only to manage submissions, facilitate peer review, communicate with contributors, improve website performance, and meet legal or ethical obligations. All personal data is kept secure, with access restricted to authorized staff and protected through appropriate technical and organizational safeguards. The journal shares personal data internally and with peer reviewers or editorial managers only when required for the publication workflow. This sharing is strictly limited to journal operations and conducted with parties who maintain professional confidentiality. However, HJBHS does not share personal information with external organizations, advertisers, or any unrelated third parties for any purpose beyond journal operations.

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Personal data is retained only as long as necessary for editorial and publication needs or as required by law. Individuals may request the removal of their information after the completion of the publication process. By using the HJBHS website, submitting manuscripts, or participating in peer review, users consent to the collection and processing of their information as described in this policy. The names and email addresses entered into this journal site will be used exclusively for the stated purposes of this journal and will not be made available for any unrelated purpose or to any outside party. For queries regarding data protection and privacy, please contact editor@healerjournal.com

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