TERMS OF SERVICE
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Acceptance of Terms
By using Arkline Healthtech Private Limited websites, submitting manuscripts, or accessing any services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to abide by these Terms. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our services.
Scope of Services
Arkline Healthtech Private Limited provides:
- Manuscript submission and editorial workflow management
- Peer review coordination
- Article publication services
- Journal website access and article viewing
- Communication related to publication status, payments and editorial processes
The availability of services may vary depending on the journal and operational requirements.
User Responsibilities
Users agree to:
- Provide accurate and complete information during submission and communication
- Ensure submitted manuscripts are original, properly cited, and free from plagiarism
- Follow ethical publication guidelines
- Respond promptly to editorial queries, revision requests, and documentation requirements
- Maintain confidentiality of peer review content (for reviewers and editors)
Misconduct or unethical behavior may result in rejection, removal, or blacklisting.
Intellectual Property Rights
Author Rights
Authors retain copyright to their manuscripts unless otherwise stated by the journal’s policies.
Arkline Healthtech Private Limited Rights
By submitting a manuscript, authors grant Arkline Healthtech Private Limited a non-exclusive right to:
- Review, edit, process, and publish the article
- Host and distribute it online
- Share metadata with indexing and archiving services
Published articles may be permanently accessible online.
Plagiarism and Ethical Compliance
Users must ensure that submissions:
- Are original and unpublished
- Do not violate copyrights, patents, or confidentiality agreements
- Follow accepted ethical standards
Arkline Healthtech Private Limited reserves the right to reject or retract articles found to violate ethical norms.
Payment Terms
- Article Processing Charges (APC) or publication fees must be paid as per invoice instructions.
- Payments are non-refundable except under conditions defined in our Refund Policy.
- Failure to pay fees may result in processing delays or withdrawal of acceptance.
Indexing & Impact Factor Disclaimer
Arkline Healthtech Private Limited does not guarantee:
- Indexing in Scopus, Web of Science, PubMed, or any external database
- Journal impact factor assignments
- Evaluation timelines by indexing agencies
Indexing decisions are strictly determined by third-party organizations.
Website Usage Terms
Users agree not to:
- Engage in unauthorized access, data extraction, or scraping
- Attempt to interfere with website functionality
- Upload malicious content or code
- Misuse published content for illegal or unauthorized purposes
Arkline Healthtech Private Limited reserves the right to restrict access or take legal action for violations.
Limitation of Liability
Arkline Healthtech Private Limited is not liable for:
- Delays caused by external factors
- Loss of data due to technical issues
- Decisions made by indexing agencies
- Consequences of author errors, incomplete documents, or non-compliance
- Third-party system failures, payment gateway issues, or internet disruptions
Users access and use Arkline Healthtech Private Limited services at their own risk.
Privacy Policy
All personal and publication-related data is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
By using our services, you consent to data collection and processing as outlined there.
Modifications to Terms
Arkline Healthtech Private Limited reserves the right to modify or update these Terms at any time. Updates will be posted on the website with a revised “Last Updated” date. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of India.
Any disputes shall be subject to the jurisdiction of courts located in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
Contact Information
For questions or concerns regarding these Terms, contact:
Arkline Healthtech Private Limited
Email: contact@arklinehealthtech.com
Address: 6-235/1, Ravindra Nagar, Old Dairy Farm, Arilova, Visakhapatnam (Urban), Visakhapatnam – 530040, Andhra Pradesh, India