Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use VA-RA services.
Last Updated: February 15, 2026
Introduction
VISENARY ANALYTICS RESEARCH ASSOCIATION ("VA-RA," "we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how your personal information is collected, used, disclosed, and safeguarded by VA-RA when you use our websites, journals, AI-powered tools, conference platforms, and other services (collectively, the "Services").
Information We Collect
Personal Information
- Name, email address, and contact information
- Academic credentials and institutional affiliations
- Account credentials (username, password)
- Payment information for subscriptions and publications
- Research submissions and publication history
- Profile information and preferences
Automatically Collected Information
- Browser type, device information, and operating system
- IP address and location data
- Pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation patterns
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
- Providing and maintaining our Services
- Processing your publications and conference registrations
- Managing your account and subscriptions
- Communicating with you about updates, newsletters, and events
- Improving and personalizing your user experience
- Processing payments and preventing fraud
- Complying with legal obligations
- Conducting research and analytics to improve our Services
Data Protection & Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Secure authentication and authorization protocols
- Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
- Access controls and employee training
- Incident response procedures
Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our platform. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our site
- Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant content and advertisements
Information Sharing & Disclosure
We may share your information with:
- Service providers who assist in our operations
- Academic institutions for verification purposes
- Peer reviewers for manuscript evaluation
- Payment processors for transaction handling
- Legal authorities when required by law
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Right to access and obtain a copy of your data
- Right to rectification of inaccurate data
- Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing
- Right to withdraw consent
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
VISENARY ANALYTICS RESEARCH ASSOCIATION
Email: privacy@va-ra.co
Address: Sharma Tower, 24, Dhawan Complex, Street No. 4, Vijay Nagar, Batala Road, Amritsar, Punjab, India - 143001