Archiving and Digital Preservation Policy

The Journal of Creative Research in English Literature & Culture (JCRELC) recognizes that academic research is valuable only when it is preserved and made accessible for future generations. To ensure the permanent availability of scholarly work, the journal has established a strong archiving and digital preservation policy. This policy reflects our commitment to protecting the academic contributions of authors, maintaining accessibility for readers, and safeguarding knowledge in the fields of English literature, language, linguistics, translation studies, and cultural research.

Importance of Archiving in Academic Publishing

In today’s digital era, archiving and preservation are critical for academic publishing. Research articles are not just publications but intellectual assets that serve as references for future studies, teaching, and knowledge exchange. JCRELC understands that:

• Articles must remain accessible regardless of technological changes.
• Readers and researchers need permanent access to original works for citation and verification.
• Authors expect their research contributions to be preserved beyond the lifespan of a single website or platform.

By implementing a comprehensive digital preservation system, JCRELC ensures that all published content remains available for decades to come.

Digital Archiving Practices

To achieve long-term preservation, JCRELC uses multiple strategies:

• Secure Online Repository
  • Every article published in JCRELC is stored in a secure repository hosted on dedicated servers.
  • Regular backups are performed to prevent data loss due to server failure or technical issues.
• Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
  • Each published article is assigned a unique DOI to provide permanent identification.
  • This ensures that even if the journal website changes, the DOI will always redirect readers to the correct article.
• File Format Management
  • Articles are published in widely used formats (PDF, HTML, XML) for accessibility.
  • Regular monitoring ensures that files remain compatible with evolving technologies.

External Archiving and Preservation Networks

To further strengthen archiving practices, JCRELC aims to collaborate with global archiving initiatives:

• LOCKSS (Lots of Copies Keep Stuff Safe): A decentralized system that preserves content by keeping multiple copies across partner libraries.
• CLOCKSS (Controlled Lots of Copies Keep Stuff Safe): A community-driven archive that guarantees long-term digital preservation.
• PKP Preservation Network (PN): Supports open-access journals in preserving published content across multiple repositories.

Participation in these services ensures that JCRELC articles remain available even if the journal’s website experiences downtime or discontinuation.

Author Self-Archiving Policy

JCRELC follows a liberal self-archiving policy to promote open access:

• Authors may freely deposit the published version of their article in institutional repositories, subject-specific archives, or personal academic websites.
• No embargo period is imposed, ensuring immediate access.
• Authors are encouraged to include a citation and link to the official version published in JCRELC to maintain academic integrity.

This policy supports the Green Open Access movement and allows wider dissemination of research.

Accessibility & Long-Term Commitment

• JCRELC guarantees that all published articles remain openly accessible without subscription barriers.
• Even if the journal ceases publication in the future, previously published content will remain accessible through digital archives and indexing databases.
• Regular data integrity checks are performed to ensure files are not corrupted.

Policy Statement

The Journal of Creative Research in English Literature & Culture (JCRELC) is fully committed to archiving, digital preservation, and open accessibility. By combining secure in-house repositories, DOIs, author self-archiving, and participation in trusted archiving networks, JCRELC ensures that scholarly work is preserved permanently.

Through these measures, the journal safeguards research integrity, enhances academic visibility, and contributes to the long-term advancement of English literature, linguistics, and cultural studies.