The Journal of Economics and Business Letters is fully committed to the principles of open access and the unrestricted dissemination of scholarly knowledge. The journal believes that making research freely available to the public supports a greater global exchange of ideas, enhances academic collaboration, and contributes to the advancement of science, education, and professional practice in the fields of economics and business.

The journal provides immediate and unrestricted open access to all of its published content. This means that all articles are freely accessible online without any subscription fees, registration requirements, or financial barriers. Readers from around the world can access, read, download, and share the journal’s content without limitation.

By adopting an open access model, the Journal of Economics and Business Letters aims to maximize the visibility and impact of published research. Open access ensures that knowledge is not confined to a limited audience but is instead available to a broader community, including researchers, students, policymakers, and practitioners.

All users are granted the right to read, download, copy, distribute, print, search, or link to the full texts of articles published in the journal. These permissions are granted without requiring prior consent from the publisher or authors, provided that proper acknowledgment is given.

Users must ensure that all uses of the journal’s content include appropriate citation of the original source. This includes mentioning the author(s), article title, journal name, and publication details. Proper attribution is essential to maintain academic integrity and respect intellectual property rights.

The journal may apply a standardized licensing framework, such as a Creative Commons license, to clearly define the terms of use for published content. For example, a Creative Commons Attribution (CC BY) license allows others to share and adapt the work for any purpose, even commercially, as long as proper credit is given to the original authors.

The specific license applied to each article will be clearly indicated on the publication. Users are required to comply with the terms of the applicable license when reusing or distributing the content.

Authors who publish in the Journal of Economics and Business Letters retain the copyright of their work. By submitting their manuscripts, authors grant the journal the right of first publication and the right to distribute the work as part of the journal’s open access platform.

Authors are encouraged to share their published articles through various channels, including personal websites, institutional repositories, and academic networking platforms. This helps increase the visibility and impact of their research.

Authors are also responsible for ensuring that their work complies with ethical standards and does not infringe upon the rights of others. Any third-party materials included in the manuscript must be properly licensed or used with permission.

To support the costs associated with editorial management, peer review, website maintenance, and digital archiving, the journal may apply an Article Processing Charge (APC). This fee, if applicable, is only charged after the manuscript has been accepted for publication.

The journal is committed to transparency in its fee structure and ensures that publication decisions are based solely on the quality and merit of the manuscript, not on the author’s ability to pay. In certain cases, waivers or discounts may be provided based on specific considerations.

The Journal of Economics and Business Letters is committed to ensuring the long-term preservation and accessibility of its published content. The journal supports digital archiving practices and collaborates with repositories and indexing services to safeguard its content over time.

All articles are assigned Digital Object Identifiers (DOI) to provide persistent and reliable access. DOI ensures that articles can always be located, even if there are changes to the journal’s website or hosting platform.

The journal may also participate in digital preservation initiatives to ensure that its content remains accessible for future generations of researchers.

The open access model offers numerous benefits to authors, readers, and the broader academic community. These include:

• Increased visibility and citation of published research
• Wider dissemination of knowledge across geographic and institutional boundaries
• Faster and more efficient knowledge sharing
• Enhanced collaboration among researchers and professionals
• Greater public access to scientific findings

By removing access barriers, the journal contributes to a more inclusive and equitable academic environment.

While the journal encourages the free use and distribution of its content, users are expected to adhere to ethical standards. Misuse of content, including plagiarism, misrepresentation, or unauthorized commercial exploitation, is strictly prohibited.

Any use of the journal’s content must respect the rights of the authors and maintain the integrity of the original work.

The Journal of Economics and Business Letters continuously evaluates and improves its open access policies to align with international standards and best practices in scholarly publishing. The journal remains committed to providing high-quality, accessible, and reliable research content.

Through its open access policy, the Journal of Economics and Business Letters aims to promote transparency, accessibility, and the global exchange of knowledge. The journal believes that open access is essential for advancing research, supporting education, and addressing real-world challenges in economics and business.

By making research freely available to all, the journal contributes to the development of a more informed, innovative, and connected global academic community.