Terms Of Services

Welcome to Arka Journals, a premier academic journal platform. The following Terms and Conditions govern your use of our website, services, and content. By accessing our site, submitting articles, or interacting with our services, you agree to these Terms and Conditions in full. If you do not accept these terms, you are not permitted to use our site. These terms are subject to updates and changes at any time without prior notice.

1. Acceptance of Terms

1.1 Agreement
By accessing, browsing, or using Arka Journals in any way (such as creating an account, submitting papers, or using any of our services), you agree to abide by these Terms and Conditions, along with any additional policies, including but not limited to our Privacy Policy and Submission Guidelines.
1.2 Modification of Terms
Arka Journals reserves the right to update or modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. The most current version will always be available on our website. It is your responsibility to review the latest version of the Terms and Conditions periodically. Continued use of the website after such modifications implies your consent to any changes
1.3 Legal Capacity
By agreeing to these Terms and Conditions, you represent that you are at least 18 years old and have the legal authority to enter into this agreement on behalf of yourself or any other legal entity for whom you are using the website. If you do not meet this requirement, you may not access or use our services.

2. Use of Website and Services

2.1 Permitted Use
You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, revocable license to access and use the website for personal, non-commercial purposes, such as reading published articles, submitting manuscripts, or reviewing other scholarly works. You agree not to use the website for any purpose that is unlawful, prohibited by these Terms, or for any activities that may harm, interfere with, or degrade the functionality of the website or its users.
2.2 Restrictions on Use
You agree not to:

• Use automated tools such as bots, spiders, or scraping techniques to collect data or other content from our website without explicit permission
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the website, including user accounts, databases, or computer systems.
• Modify, distribute, or publicly display any part of the website without prior written consent from Arka Journals.
• Upload or transmit viruses, malware, or other harmful code that could damage or interfere with the website's operation.

2.3 Account Registration
In order to access certain features, such as manuscript submission or journal subscriptions, you may need to create an account. You agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information during the registration process and to update your account if any information changes. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account information, including your username and password. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized access to your account.
2.4 Termination of Access
Arka Journals reserves the right to terminate or restrict access to the website or any portion thereof at its discretion, without notice or liability, for any reason, including but not limited to violations of these Terms and Conditions, illegal activity, or non-payment of applicable fees

3. Intellectual Property Rights

3.1 Ownership of Content
All content on the Arka Journals website, including but not limited to articles, images, graphics, logos, and database compilations, is owned by Arka Journals or its contributors, unless otherwise noted. This content is protected by international copyright laws and other intellectual property regulations. You may not reproduce, redistribute, or repurpose any content without explicit permission from the copyright owner
3.2 User-Generated Content
Authors who submit articles to Arka Journals retain ownership of their work but grant Arka Journals a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to publish, distribute, and archive the content. Authors are responsible for ensuring that their submissions do not infringe on the intellectual property rights of others. Any claims of infringement may result in the removal of the content and potential legal action.
3.3 Trademarks
All trademarks, logos, and service marks displayed on the Arka Journals website are the property of Arka Journals or their respective owners. Use of these marks is prohibited without prior written permission from the owner

4. Manuscript Submissions

4.1 Submission Process
Authors may submit manuscripts through our online submission system, following the guidelines available on the Arka Journals website. All submissions must be original and adhere to the journal’s formatting, citation, and ethical standards. Manuscripts that do not meet these standards may be returned for revision or rejected outright.
4.2 Originality and Plagiarism
Authors must certify that their submissions are original and have not been published elsewhere. Arka Journals uses plagiarism detection tools to verify the authenticity of each manuscript. Plagiarism, including self-plagiarism, is strictly prohibited and will result in the immediate rejection of the submission. Authors found to have plagiarized content may be banned from future submissions
4.3 Peer Review
All manuscripts undergo a double-blind peer review process. This means that both the authors and reviewers remain anonymous throughout the process. Arka Journals aims to provide a transparent and timely review process. However, the final decision regarding acceptance or rejection of the manuscript rests with the editorial board
4.4 Article Processing Charges (APCs)
Authors may be required to pay an Article Processing Charge (APC) if their manuscript is accepted for publication. The APC covers the costs of editing, publishing, and archiving the article. Authors will be informed of the APC during the submission process. Payment of APCs does not guarantee acceptance or publication of the manuscript.
4.5 Withdrawal Policy
Once a manuscript has been submitted, authors may request to withdraw the manuscript at any time before a final decision is made. However, if the manuscript is in the review process, a withdrawal fee may apply. Repeated withdrawals without valid reason may lead to sanctions.

5. Publication Ethics

5.1 Ethical Standards
Arka Journals is committed to maintaining the highest ethical standards in academic publishing. All parties involved—authors, editors, reviewers, and the publisher—are expected to adhere to our ethical guidelines. These include principles of transparency, integrity, accountability, and fairness in the publication process.
5.2 Authorship
Only individuals who have made substantial contributions to the research should be listed as authors. Authors are required to confirm that all listed co-authors have reviewed the final manuscript and have agreed to its submission. Authorship disputes should be resolved before submission.
5.3 Conflicts of Interest
Authors, reviewers, and editors must disclose any financial, personal, or professional conflicts of interest that could influence their work. Failure to disclose conflicts of interest may lead to the rejection of the manuscript or retraction of a published article
5.4 Research Misconduct
Arka Journals takes allegations of research misconduct seriously. This includes, but is not limited to, falsification of data, plagiarism, and unethical research practices. Any misconduct discovered before or after publication will result in retraction and potential legal consequences.

6. Payment and Fees

6.1 Subscription Fees
Some services or features of Arka Journals may require a subscription. Subscription fees are clearly listed on the website, and payment must be made in full before accessing premium content. By subscribing, you agree to pay all applicable fees and charges.
6.2 Article Processing Charges (APCs)
As noted, APCs may be required for publication in Arka Journals. These charges help cover editorial and production costs. The APC amount will be clearly communicated to the author during the submission process. Failure to pay APCs within the specified time frame may result in withdrawal of the article from the publication queue.
6.3 Refund Policy
Payments made for APCs and subscriptions are generally non-refundable. However, exceptions may be made in certain cases, such as technical errors or duplicate payments. Refunds, when applicable, will be processed on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of Arka Journals.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms and Conditions, you may contact us at:

• Email: info@arkajournals.com
• Phone: 0987654347890
• Address: Arka Journals, [Your Office Address]