These Terms and Conditions govern your access to and use of the Global Citation website, services, and content ("the Website").

For the purposes of these Terms, Global Citation ("the Publisher", "we", "us", or "our") refers to the publisher and operator of this website and its associated scholarly publishing services.

At Global Citation, we adhere to internationally recognized ethical standards, including those established by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).

Global Citation Publishing acts as the data controller for personal data processed through the Website.

By accessing or using the Website, submitting content, or engaging with any services provided by Global Citation, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with these Terms, you must not use the Website or its services.

Global Citation operates as an open-access scholarly publishing platform managing multiple peer-reviewed journals across diverse academic disciplines. All journals published by Global Citation follow an open-access model, ensuring that all published content is freely available to readers without subscription or access barriers. These Terms apply to all journals and services operated by the publisher.

Scope of Use

These Terms are applicable to:

• All users who access the Website.
• Authors submitting manuscripts
• Contributors, editors, and reviewers.
• All use of content, services, or materials offered by the publisher.

The Website is provided on a limited, non-exclusive, and revocable basis.

User Eligibility

By using the Website, you confirm that:

• You have the legal capacity to enter into binding agreements.
• All information presented is correct and full.
• You will adhere to any relevant law and regulation.

The publisher reserves the right to limit or terminate access in case these requirements are not fulfilled.

Use of the Website

Users are granted a limited, non-transferable, and revocable right to access and use the Website of lawful purpose.

Users must not:

• Access the site in an illegal or unauthorized manner.
• Attempt to access systems or data without authorization.
• Interfere with the functionality or security of the Website.
• Use automated systems (e.g., bots or crawlers) to access or extract data.
• Copy, share, or use material without authorization.

Unauthorized access may result in suspension of access and legal action.

Intellectual Property Rights

Any content on the Website, including text, graphics, logos, and publications, is protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

• The publisher or its licensors retain ownership.
• Users are allowed to utilize content in a non-commercial manner.
• All scholarly articles are published under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) license. This allows users to share, copy, and redistribute the material in any medium or format and adapt or build upon the material for any purpose, even commercially, provided appropriate credit is given.

Open-access content may be used in accordance with the applicable licensing terms, including reuse and distribution where permitted.

User Submissions and Content

By submitting content (e.g., manuscripts, comments, or data), users:

• Confirm that the content is original and does not violate the right of a third party.
• Grant the publisher the right to use, publish, and distribute the content.
• Take responsibility of the correctness and legality of submission.

The publisher reserves the right to review, edit, or remove content where necessary to ensure compliance with editorial and ethical standards. Accepted articles are published under open-access terms to ensure wide dissemination and accessibility.

Article Processing Charges (APC): Global Citation operates as an open-access publisher. To provide free access to readers, authors may be required to pay an APC upon the acceptance of their manuscript. Specific fee details for each journal are clearly stated on the APC section of the website. There are no hidden fees or charges for rejected article.

Confidentiality

Users must treat all communications with the publisher as confidential including:

• Editorial correspondence
• Peer review reports
• Submission-related information

Without approval, confidential information should not be revealed.

Third-Party Material and Links

• These links are provided for convenience only.
• The publisher does not endorse or control third-party content.
• Users access such content at their own risk.

Third party services or materials are not the responsibility of the publisher.

Disclaimer of Warranties

The Website and its content are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. The publisher does not guarantee acceptance or publication of submitted content.

The publisher does not assure:

• Correctness, thoroughness or consistency of material.
• Uninterrupted or constant access.
• That the Website will be free from errors, viruses, or technical issues.

Users access and use the Website at their own risk.

General clarity

The open-access model ensures accessibility of published content but does not influence editorial decisions or publication outcomes.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the publisher shall not be liable for:

• Any direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damages.
• Loss of data, revenue, or business opportunities.
• Any losses due to the use or failure to use the site.

Including reliance on any information provided on the Website.

User accounts and Security

Where user registration is required:

• Users are to give correct and comprehensive information.
• Login credentials must not be shared.
• All activities on their account are the responsibility of the user.

The publisher reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts in accordance with these Terms.

Modifications to Terms

The publisher has the right to revise or change these Terms any time.

• Effective changes will be in effect with the publication.
• Further utilization of the site is acceptance of new Terms.

Users are encouraged to review these Terms periodically.

Suspension and Termination

The publisher may suspend or terminate access to the Website:

• On breach of these Terms.
• On misuse of services.
• Where necessary and in accordance with these Terms.

Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, United States.

Any disagreement that may occur on the use of the site would be subject to the courts of competent jurisdiction in Texas, United States.

Contact Information

Any inquiries concerning these Terms or the Privacy Policy should be directed to our office at: 2400 State Highway 121, Apt 720 Euless, Texas 76039, USA or via email at info@globalcitation.com