Copyright Terms
The International Journal of Financial Systems (IJFS) is committed to promoting the free and responsible exchange of knowledge. To ensure that both authors and readers benefit from our open-access model, we have established the following copyright terms that align with our mission of fostering global access to research while respecting the rights of authors.
Terms:
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Creative Commons License: Articles are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International License (CC-BY-NC), allowing non-commercial sharing and adaptation with proper attribution.
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Publishing Rights: Authors grant the journal/publisher the right to publish their work, while retaining the ability to use and distribute it for non-commercial purposes.
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Open Access Policy: IJFS provides immediate open access to its content, ensuring research is freely available to the public.
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Archiving and Preservation: The CLOCKSS system is authorized to archive and preserve all IJFS content, ensuring long-term accessibility.
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Author Obligations: Upon acceptance of their manuscript, authors will be asked to complete a Statement of Authorship and a Copyright Transfer Form. The corresponding author is responsible for completing these forms and obtaining signatures from all co-authors.
These copyright terms reflect IJFS’s dedication to balancing the interests of authors and the wider academic community. By adhering to these guidelines, we ensure that research remains accessible, properly credited, and preserved for future generations.