Confmeets is committed to supporting the dissemination of high-quality scholarly research while respecting the intellectual property rights of authors. This Copyright Policy outlines the ownership, licensing, reuse, and distribution rights associated with articles published in Confmeets journals.

Authors, readers, institutions, and third parties are encouraged to review this policy carefully to understand their rights and responsibilities regarding published content.

Copyright Ownership

Authors retain copyright ownership of their published work unless otherwise specified by the journal or a specific publishing agreement.

By submitting and publishing their work with Confmeets, authors grant the publisher the necessary rights to:

• Publish and distribute the article.
• Archive and preserve the scholarly record.
• Index and disseminate the work through scholarly databases and services.
• Promote and make the article accessible to the global research community.

Authors remain the original copyright holders of their intellectual contributions.

Publishing License

As part of the publication process, authors may be required to grant Confmeets a non-exclusive publishing license that allows the journal to:

• Publish the article in electronic and other applicable formats.
• Distribute the article through indexing and abstracting services.
• Archive and preserve the published version of record.
• Facilitate lawful reuse and dissemination of the content.

The publishing license does not transfer authorship or ownership of the work.

Open Access Commitment

Confmeets supports the principles of open scholarly communication and strives to make published research widely accessible to researchers, institutions, practitioners, policymakers, and the public.

Published articles may be made available under an open-access licensing framework that promotes lawful sharing, distribution, and reuse while ensuring appropriate attribution to the original authors.

Open access enhances research visibility, accessibility, collaboration, and global knowledge exchange.

Author Rights

Authors publishing with Confmeets retain important rights relating to their work.

Authors may:

• Retain copyright ownership.
• Share links to published articles.
• Use their work for educational and research purposes.
• Include published content in theses or dissertations.
• Reuse portions of their work in future scholarly publications, provided proper citation is given.
• Deposit eligible versions of their manuscripts in repositories in accordance with journal policies.
• Present and discuss their work at conferences, seminars, and academic events.

These rights are intended to support scholarly communication while preserving the integrity of the published record.

Author Responsibilities

Authors are responsible for ensuring that submitted content:

• Is original and does not infringe the rights of others.
• Does not violate copyright, trademark, privacy, or intellectual property laws.
• Includes appropriate permissions for third-party content.
• Properly acknowledges all sources and copyrighted materials.
• Complies with applicable ethical and publishing standards.

Authors remain responsible for the content they submit and publish.

Third-Party Material

If a manuscript contains material owned by another individual, publisher, organization, or copyright holder, authors must obtain appropriate permissions before publication.

Examples include:

• Previously published figures.
• Tables reproduced from other sources.
• Images and photographs.
• Maps and illustrations.
• Extensive text extracts.
• Proprietary datasets or materials.

Authors should retain documentation of all permissions obtained and provide such documentation upon request.

Failure to obtain necessary permissions may delay or prevent publication.

Permissions and Attribution

When reusing third-party content, authors must:

• Obtain required permissions.
• Acknowledge the original source.
• Provide proper citations.
• Comply with any licensing restrictions associated with the material.

Appropriate attribution is essential to maintaining academic integrity and respecting intellectual property rights.

Licensing and Reuse

The reuse of published content is governed by the applicable licensing terms assigned to the article.

Permitted uses may include:

• Reading and downloading.
• Sharing with proper attribution.
• Educational use.
• Scholarly citation.
• Research and academic reuse.
• Non-commercial dissemination where permitted.

Users must comply with the licensing conditions applicable to each article.

Any reuse must preserve the integrity of the original work and appropriately acknowledge the source.

Repository and Self-Archiving Policy

Confmeets supports responsible scholarly sharing and long-term preservation of research outputs.

Authors may deposit eligible versions of their manuscripts in:

• Institutional repositories.
• Subject-specific repositories.
• Funding agency repositories.
• Personal academic webpages.
• Non-commercial scholarly networking platforms, where permitted.

Authors should ensure that deposited versions accurately reflect publication status and include appropriate citations to the final published article.

Repository deposits help increase accessibility, discoverability, and long-term preservation of scholarly work.

Preprint Sharing

Confmeets recognizes the value of preprints in accelerating scientific communication.

Authors may share manuscripts on recognized non-commercial preprint servers before journal submission, provided that:

• The existence of the preprint is disclosed during submission.
• The manuscript is not under active review elsewhere.
• The preprint complies with applicable journal policies.

Following publication, authors are encouraged to update preprint records with citation information and links to the published version of record.

Scholarly Sharing and Academic Use

Authors may use published content for legitimate scholarly purposes, including:

• Classroom instruction.
• Academic presentations.
• Research collaboration.
• Conference materials.
• Institutional reporting.
• Professional development activities.

Such use should include appropriate acknowledgment of the original publication.

Preservation of the Scholarly Record

Confmeets is committed to maintaining the integrity and permanence of the scholarly record.

Published articles may be archived through:

• Journal preservation systems.
• Institutional archiving initiatives.
• Digital preservation services.
• Repository networks and indexing systems.

Preservation efforts support long-term accessibility and reliability of scholarly content.

Copyright Infringement and Misuse

Confmeets takes allegations of copyright infringement seriously.

Potential violations may include:

• Unauthorized reproduction.
• Unlawful distribution.
• Misappropriation of copyrighted content.
• Improper attribution.
• Unauthorized commercial exploitation.

Reports of suspected infringement will be reviewed and investigated in accordance with applicable legal and ethical standards.

Where appropriate, corrective actions may be taken.

Requests for Permissions

Individuals or organizations seeking permission to reuse copyrighted material beyond the scope of applicable licensing terms should contact the journal's editorial office.

Permission requests should include:

• Details of the material to be reused.
• Intended use.
• Distribution method.
• Publication or project information.

Requests will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Compliance with Funding and Institutional Requirements

Many funding agencies and research institutions require authors to make published research accessible through approved repositories or archiving systems.

Confmeets supports compliance with applicable:

• Institutional mandates.
• Research funder requirements.
• Open-access policies.
• Repository deposit obligations.

Authors are encouraged to review their funding agreements and institutional requirements before publication.

Contact Information

Questions regarding copyright ownership, licensing, permissions, repository deposits, or content reuse may be directed to the journal's Editorial Office.

Confmeets remains committed to protecting intellectual property while supporting the responsible sharing, preservation, and advancement of scholarly knowledge.