Terms & Conditions

Labtech Innovations Terms & Conditions
Labtech Innovations (“Labtech Innovations”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting the terms and conditions of its members and individuals who interact with our platform.
These Terms & Conditions explain how we use and maintain the privacy of personal information we collect online in connection with the Labtech Innovations website (“Website”). For the purposes of applicable data protection laws, Labtech Innovations is the data controller for your personal information.
This policy applies to personal information collected by Labtech Innovations regarding third parties (“you”), including Labtech Innovations members (“Members”), when you use our website or otherwise engage with us. Any personal information that is provided to us, or otherwise obtained by us, will be used only as described in this policy. By visiting and/or contacting us through the Website (or engaging with us), you acknowledge that we may collect, use, and transfer your personal information as outlined in this policy.

1. How We Collect and Use Your Personal Information
Labtech Innovations collects only relevant personal information necessary for our operations and ensures its accuracy and security. Personal information we collect may include:
• Name, address, contact details (email, phone number), age range, gender, specialization, and disability status (if provided).
The personal information you provide may occasionally be used to enhance our website and services (on a confidential basis) or to comply with legal obligations.
We use your personal information to:
• Process your membership requests and renewals.
• Process your product or service orders and provide necessary support.
• Register you for conferences, contests, and other Labtech Innovations activities.
Member Databases
Labtech Innovations maintains member databases containing mailing, billing, and profile information, as well as records of purchases and service usage. These databases help us:
• Process orders and invoices.
• Send renewal notices and announcements.
• Respond to member inquiries and enhance our services.
Member records are maintained as long as an individual remains a Labtech Innovations member and for two years following membership lapse.
All personally identifiable information in Labtech Innovations’ databases is confidential and used only for authorized purposes, except where required by law.
Labtech Innovations Emails
Labtech Innovations may send emails to Members and Website visitors, including:
• Service-related messages (membership confirmations, renewal notices, and order acknowledgements).
• Member updates (important Labtech Innovations announcements and notifications).
• Email alerts for members participating in programs such as the Labtech Innovations Digital Library.
• Targeted emails for specific groups (e.g., research groups, professional networks).
Labtech Innovations does not sell, rent, or exchange email addresses. You can opt out of non-essential emails at any time via the “unsubscribe” link.
Labtech Innovations Web Accounts
Certain portions of the Labtech Innovations Website, including the Labtech Innovations Digital Library, require a Labtech Innovations Web Account. Members and non-members must provide a name, email address, and (if applicable) Member ID to create an account.
Labtech Innovations may send information about products and services to non-member account holders. You can opt out of these emails at any time.
Postal Mail
Labtech Innovations may send information via post, including:
• Subscription & renewal notices (only for subscribed products).
• Promotional materials related to Labtech Innovations’ services.
You can update your postal preferences by contacting our Member Services Department via email or phone.

2. Technical Personal Information
Labtech Innovations does not track visitor identities, except for areas requiring login. However, we may collect access logs, including IP addresses and search queries, to maintain and improve our website.
Labtech Innovations only uses analytical cookies and does not use user-specific targeting cookies.
Information related to account usage (e.g., pages visited, search history, and downloads) is anonymized for service improvements.

3. Third Parties
We may share personal information with third parties when:
• You have explicitly consented.
• It is necessary to fulfil service requests.
• It is required by legal authorities.
Third parties may include contractors, auditors, and consultants working on behalf of Labtech Innovations. These third parties are required to safeguard your personal information and use it only for authorized purposes.
Similarly, Labtech Innovations may receive personal information from third parties with whom you interact. Once received, your personal data will be handled per this policy.

4. Global Transfer of Personal Information
Labtech Innovations is an international organization, meaning personal data may be transferred across borders for processing and storage. We implement security measures to protect your personal data.
By submitting personal information, you acknowledge and consent to this global transfer, storage, and processing.

5. Links to Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to external websites. Labtech Innovations is not responsible for the privacy policies or content of these third-party sites. Please review their policies before providing personal information.

6. Security
Labtech Innovations prioritizes data security by implementing technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to prevent unauthorized access, misuse, or data loss. While no system is entirely immune, we take all reasonable precautions to protect your personal information.

7. Changes to This Policy
Labtech Innovations reserves the right to update this policy. Any changes will be posted on our website. Continued use of our website implies acceptance of the updated terms.

8. Updating Your Personal Information
To access or update your personal data, contact Labtech Innovations Member Services via email or phone. Members can also update their profiles by logging into the Labtech Innovations dashboard.

9. Publication Terms & Conditions
1. Authors cannot publish their contributions elsewhere without written permission from the publisher.
2. The article must be original and not under review elsewhere.
3. The author must ensure no copyright infringement and accept full responsibility.
4. Co-authors must approve the submission, and the corresponding author takes full responsibility.
5. Authors retain the right to use their article in future work with proper acknowledgement.
6. The article must comply with ethical standards and plagiarism policies.
7. Once a manuscript is submitted, no authors can be added or removed.
8. Upon acceptance, the corresponding author is responsible for publication fees.
9. Article withdrawal is not allowed after copyright signing.
10. Labtech Innovations does not guarantee journal indexing in databases like SCOPUS, Web of Science, or UGC Care etc.
11. Any disputes will be resolved under the jurisdiction of Pune, Maharashtra, India.

10. Cancellation & Refund Policy
Wrong or Extra Deposit:
o If a candidate wrongly deposits money or makes an extra payment, the amount will be refunded within three (03) weeks, provided the candidate informs us within two (02) days of the transaction date.
Event Registration Cancellation:
o 50% refund for cancellations made 30-45 days before an event.
o No refund for cancellations within 30 days of an event.
o E-poster payments are non-refundable.
Paper Withdrawal & Registration Cancellation:
o If an author withdraws their paper from a journal or cancels conference registration, the full amount will not be refunded.
o Refunds will be subject to an administrative charge payable by the registrant.
o Any bank charges incurred during the transaction will also be borne by the registrant.
Non-Refundable Situations:
o If a paper is cancelled (by either party) due to duplicate publication, plagiarism, author misconduct, authorship dispute, or ethical issues, the publication charge will not be refunded.
o No refund will be provided after a paper has been scheduled for publication in a journal or conference technical session.
o Once a paper is published online or in a journal link, no refunds or cancellations will be allowed.
o No refund will be given if a published paper is removed due to copyright infringement claims or any other issue.
o If publication is delayed, no refund will be provided, as delays depend on the publisher and upcoming journal issues.
Paper Review & Alternative Journal Publication:
o If a paper does not reach the review stage or is not accepted, the author will be given the option to publish in another journal upon confirmation. Alternatively, a full refund may be provided.
Revision & Correction Charges:
o Once a paper is published and indexed, if the author requests corrections, an additional fee will be charged, depending on the extent of changes and feasibility.
No Refund for Withdrawal or Non-Revision:
o If an author withdraws their paper or chooses not to revise and resubmit, no refund or debt cancellation will be provided.

11. Accommodation Cancellation Policy
• Hotel providers have their own cancellation policies, which apply to late cancellations. Contact us for details before modifying your booking.

12. Contact Us
For inquiries, please reach out via email at info@labtechinnovations.com.