The Indian Journal of Fashion Technology is committed to promoting the free and open dissemination of research to a global audience. Our Open Access Policy ensures that all published content is freely accessible to everyone, thereby supporting the principles of knowledge sharing and advancing the field of fashion technology. The following outlines our open access policy:
1. Open Access Model
The journal operates under an open access model, meaning that all articles are freely available to readers worldwide without any subscription or access fees. This model enhances the visibility and impact of the research published in the journal.
2. Licensing
All articles published in the IJFT are distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution NonCommercial License (CC BY NC 4.0). This license permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited, only for non-commercial purposes. Journal retain the copyright of published work and author grant the journal a royalty free right.
3. Author Fees
To support open access publishing, the journal charge an Article Processing Charge (APC) to authors upon acceptance of their manuscript. The APC covers the costs of peer review, editing, production, and hosting. Authors will be informed of the APC amount at the time of submission. Waivers or discounts may be available for authors from low-income countries or those with demonstrated financial need.
4. Archiving and Preservation
The IJFT ensures the long-term preservation and accessibility of published articles through digital archiving in recognized repositories. Articles are indexed and stored in multiple databases to guarantee their availability even in the event of journal website changes or technical issues.
5. Accessibility
The journal's website is designed to be user-friendly and accessible, providing easy navigation and search functionality for readers. All articles are published in formats that support accessibility features, including PDF and HTML versions.
6. Benefits of Open Access
Open access publishing in IJFT offers numerous benefits:
• Increased visibility and readership
• Enhanced citation and impact potential
• Rapid dissemination of research findings
• Compliance with open access mandates from funding bodies