Terms & Conditions

Introduction

Welcome to Globisteme International Journal (GIJ). By accessing, browsing, submitting manuscripts, or using the journal website and services, users agree to comply with these Terms and Conditions.

These terms apply to authors, reviewers, editors, readers, institutions, and all website visitors.

Acceptance of Terms

By using the journal website or submitting content to GIJ, users acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions.

If users do not agree with any part of these terms, they should discontinue use of the journal services and website.

Journal Services

GIJ provides:

  • Open-access scholarly publishing

  • Manuscript submission and peer review

  • Academic publication services

  • Research dissemination

  • Editorial and indexing support

The journal reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue services at any time without prior notice.

Author Responsibilities

Authors submitting manuscripts agree that:

  • Submitted work is original

  • Content does not violate copyright laws

  • Information provided is accurate

  • Ethical standards are followed

  • All co-authors approve the submission

  • The manuscript is not under simultaneous consideration elsewhere

Authors are solely responsible for the content of submitted and published articles.

Editorial Rights

The Editorial Board reserves the right to:

  • Accept or reject submissions

  • Request revisions

  • Edit formatting and language

  • Withdraw manuscripts for ethical concerns

  • Retract published articles when necessary

Editorial decisions are final.

Peer Review

All submitted manuscripts may undergo peer review according to the journal’s editorial policies.

The journal does not guarantee publication of submitted manuscripts.

Intellectual Property

Authors retain copyright ownership of their work unless otherwise stated.

Users must not:

  • Reproduce journal content unlawfully

  • Misrepresent authorship

  • Violate copyright or licensing terms

  • Use content for unlawful purposes

Proper citation and acknowledgment are required when using published material.

Open Access Use

Published articles may be accessed, downloaded, and shared for academic and non-commercial purposes according to the journal’s licensing policy.

Commercial use may require additional permission depending on licensing terms.

Website Use

Users agree not to:

  • Attempt unauthorized access to journal systems

  • Upload harmful or malicious content

  • Disrupt website functionality

  • Engage in fraudulent or unlawful activities

  • Misuse submission or communication systems

The journal may restrict or terminate access for violations of these terms.

Privacy

Personal information collected through the journal website is handled according to the journal’s Privacy Policy.

Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their login credentials where applicable.

Disclaimer

GIJ makes reasonable efforts to maintain accurate and reliable information; however, the journal does not guarantee:

  • Completeness of published content

  • Accuracy of research findings

  • Continuous website availability

  • Absence of technical errors

The opinions expressed in published articles belong solely to the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the journal, editors, or publisher.

Limitation of Liability

GIJ shall not be liable for:

  • Losses resulting from use of published content

  • Technical interruptions

  • Errors or omissions

  • Damages arising from website use

  • Actions taken based on published research

Users access and use journal services at their own risk.

Third-Party Links

The journal website may contain links to external websites for informational purposes. GIJ is not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of third-party websites.

Changes to Terms

The journal reserves the right to revise these Terms and Conditions at any time. Updated terms will become effective upon publication on the journal website.

Governing Principles

These Terms and Conditions are governed by applicable academic publishing standards, ethical principles, and relevant legal requirements.

Contact Information

Questions regarding these Terms and Conditions may be directed to the Editorial Office through the official journal communication channels.