Cookies, session and platform operation

IJAES Cookie Policy

This policy explains how International Journal of Academic and Editorial Studies uses cookies and similar technologies for website operation, authentication, language preferences, security and user experience management.

Last updated: 11.06.2026
IJAES - International Journal of Academic and Editorial Studies

What cookies are

Cookies are small files stored in the user browser. They allow the website to remember certain technical information, such as selected language, authentication session or preferences required for platform operation.

Why we use cookies

  • to preserve the language selected by the user
  • to maintain the authentication session
  • to secure forms and prevent abuse
  • to ensure proper operation of author, reader and administrator accounts
  • to store technical preferences required for navigation
  • to diagnose errors and improve platform operation

Essential cookies

These cookies are required for the website to function. Without them, authentication, form protection, user session and certain platform functions cannot work properly.

Language cookies

The platform may store the language selected by the user in order to display pages in the preferred language during future visits.

Session cookies

Session cookies are used to identify the authenticated user and maintain account functions until logout or session expiration.

Security cookies

These cookies and technical mechanisms help protect forms, prevent unauthorized access and maintain the integrity of operations performed in the platform.

Cookies and payment services

For payments, external processing services may be used. These services may use their own cookies or technical mechanisms according to their policies.

Analytics cookies

If the platform uses traffic analytics tools, they will be used to understand website usage and improve the user experience, in compliance with applicable law.

Third-party cookies

Certain functions may involve third-party services, such as payment processors, security services, hosting, email or technical tools. These services may set their own cookies under their own policies.

Managing cookies

  • the user may delete cookies from browser settings
  • the user may block certain cookies from the browser
  • blocking essential cookies may affect authentication and account operation
  • deleting cookies may require re-authentication and language re-selection

Storage duration

Cookies may be temporary, valid only during the session, or persistent, stored for a longer period, such as language preference. The exact duration depends on cookie purpose and browser settings.

Consent and continued use

By continuing to use the website, the user accepts the use of cookies necessary for platform operation. For non-essential cookies, if implemented, the platform may request additional consent.

Contact

For questions regarding cookie usage, users may contact the IJAES team through the contact page.

IJAES may update this policy to reflect technical, legal or operational changes. The version published on the website is the applicable version.