Effective Date: November 20, 2024
Welcome to Jandoo Press. These Terms & Conditions govern your access to and use of our websites, platforms, journals, and other services (collectively, the “Services”). By accessing or using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions.
If you do not agree with these terms, you should not use our Services.
1. Scope of Services
Jandoo Press provides open-access academic publishing, submission systems, and related tools for researchers, authors, reviewers, and the general public. Our Services include:
- Access to academic journal content.
- Manuscript submission and peer review platforms.
- Registration and participation in academic events and conferences.
- Support for publication and academic collaborations.
2. Eligibility
By using our Services, you represent that you:
- Are at least 18 years old or the legal age of majority in your jurisdiction.
- Have the authority to agree to these Terms & Conditions.
- Will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
If you are using our Services on behalf of an organization, you confirm that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms.
3. Account Registration
Some Services require creating an account. When registering:
- You must provide accurate, current, and complete information.
- You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials.
- You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized access or breach of your account.
Jandoo Press reserves the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms or engage in fraudulent or harmful activities.
4. Use of Services
You agree to use the Services only for lawful purposes. Prohibited activities include:
- Violating intellectual property rights or proprietary information.
- Uploading or transmitting harmful code, spam, or other disruptive content.
- Engaging in harassment, fraud, or other harmful conduct.
- Misrepresenting your identity or affiliation.
Jandoo Press may suspend or restrict access to Services for users who violate these terms or engage in unauthorized activities.
5. Intellectual Property Rights
5.1 Ownership
All content provided by Jandoo Press, including articles, journals, designs, and trademarks, is protected by intellectual property laws. You may use this content for personal or academic purposes but must not reproduce, distribute, or modify it without prior written consent.
5.2 User Content
By submitting content (e.g., manuscripts, comments, or feedback) to Jandoo Press:
- You grant Jandoo Press a worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive license to use, publish, and distribute the content in connection with our Services.
- You represent that your content does not infringe the rights of any third party and complies with applicable laws.
6. Open Access and Licensing
Jandoo Press operates under open-access principles. Articles published in our journals are licensed under [Insert License Type, e.g., Creative Commons Attribution License], allowing unrestricted access and reuse with proper attribution to the authors and Jandoo Press.
Authors are responsible for ensuring their submissions comply with licensing requirements and do not violate third-party intellectual property rights.
7. Fees and Payments
7.1 Article Processing Charges (APCs)
Some journals may charge Article Processing Charges (APCs) for accepted manuscripts. Fees and payment details will be disclosed during the submission process.
7.2 Refund Policy
APC refunds are not available once the peer review or publication process has begun, except in cases of journal error or system malfunction.
7.3 Other Fees
Event registration fees, subscription payments, or other charges are non-refundable unless explicitly stated.
8. Privacy and Data Protection
Your use of our Services is subject to our [Privacy Policy], which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using the Services, you agree to the practices described in the Privacy Policy.
9. Disclaimer of Warranties
Jandoo Press provides Services on an “as-is” and “as-available” basis. To the maximum extent permitted by law:
- We disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.
- We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free operation of the Services or the accuracy of content.
10. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Jandoo Press is not liable for:
- Indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of our Services.
- Loss of data, profits, or business opportunities resulting from your use of or inability to use the Services.
Our total liability to you for all claims arising under these Terms shall not exceed the amount paid by you to Jandoo Press in the 12 months prior to the event giving rise to the claim.
11. Termination
Jandoo Press reserves the right to:
- Suspend or terminate your access to the Services at our sole discretion for violation of these Terms or applicable laws.
- Remove or refuse to publish any content that violates our policies or applicable laws.
You may terminate your use of the Services by closing your account or discontinuing access.
12. Modifications
We may revise these Terms & Conditions from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Services after the changes take effect constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.
13. Governing Law
These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of Japan. Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be resolved in the courts of Japan.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms & Conditions, please contact us:
Jandoo Press
Email: contact@press.jandoo.ac
Address: 1-53-13, Nishigahara, Kita City, Tokyo, Japan
Thank you for choosing Jandoo Press. By adhering to these Terms, we aim to provide a secure and productive platform for academic publishing and collaboration.