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Digital Archiving Policy

Wilma Global Journals is committed to the long-term preservation and accessibility of all published content. Recognising the importance of maintaining the scholarly record, we have established a robust digital archiving policy to ensure that articles remain available regardless of changes in technology, platform, or journal operations.

1. Purpose of Archiving

The primary goals of our archiving policy are to:

  • Guarantee permanent accessibility of published articles.
  • Protect the scholarly record against loss, corruption, or technological obsolescence.
  • Provide researchers and institutions with reliable long-term access to our content.

2. Archiving Platforms

Wilma Global Journals employs multiple strategies to safeguard content:

  • Institutional Repositories: Articles may be deposited in partner university repositories and recognised digital libraries.
  • LOCKSS and CLOCKSS: Participation in distributed preservation systems for redundancy and long-term security.
  • Crossref / DOI Registration: All articles receive DOIs for permanent discoverability and citation.
  • Indexing Databases: Content may be stored in scholarly indexing services for visibility and preservation.

3. Self-Archiving by Authors

  • Authors are encouraged to deposit the final published version or accepted manuscript in repositories.
  • Self-archived versions should include citation details and DOI links to the original publication.
  • Authors may also share their work on personal websites, academic networks, or preprint servers in line with the journal’s open access licence.

4. Preservation of Metadata

In addition to full-text articles, metadata such as title, abstract, keywords, references, DOI, and licensing information are preserved for indexing and retrieval.

This ensures that essential bibliographic records remain accessible even if file formats evolve.

5. Accessibility Commitment

  • All archived materials remain openly accessible under the journal’s open access policy.
  • No subscription or login is required to access archived content.

6. Contingency Planning

In the event that Wilma Global Journals discontinues publication or undergoes significant platform changes:

  • Content will remain preserved through third-party archiving services and repositories.
  • Permanent DOI redirects will help ensure continuity of access.

7. Ethical and Legal Compliance

Our archiving practices align with recognised international standards to ensure that scholarly content remains secure, authentic, and citable for future generations.

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