Terms of Use
Welcome to the Open Veterinary Journal (OVJ). By accessing, browsing, or contributing to this website, you agree to comply with these Terms of Use. If you do not accept any part of these terms, please refrain from using the website.
1. License to Use Website
OVJ grants users a limited, revocable, non-exclusive license to:
1.1 Personal Use
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View, download, and print content for personal, educational, or research purposes.
1.2 Creative Commons Use
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Reproduce, adapt, modify, and redistribute content under the Creative Commons Attribution License 4.0 (CC BY-NC 4.0), with proper attribution.
Prohibited Activities:
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Republishing material on external websites without permission.
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Commercial exploitation of materials.
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Public display or modification of content without consent.
2. Intellectual Property Rights
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All content, including text, images, logos, and trademarks (e.g., "Open Veterinary Journal") is protected by copyright and trademark laws.
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OVJ or its licensors retain all rights not expressly granted to users. Unauthorized use may result in legal action.
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Users’ statutory intellectual property rights remain intact, provided they comply with these terms.
3. Acceptable Use
Users must engage ethically and legally on the platform. Prohibited conduct includes:
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Malware: Distributing viruses, malware, or any harmful software.
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Illegal Activities: Violating local, national, or international laws.
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Fraudulent Behavior: Misrepresentation, impersonation, or deceptive conduct.
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Harmful Purposes: Causing distress, harm, or damage to others.
Violation may result in suspension or termination of access.
4. User Content
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Users retain ownership of content they submit (text, images, video, etc.).
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By submitting content, you grant OVJ a worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, adapt, publish, translate, and distribute your contributions.
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Content must comply with legal and ethical standards and respect third-party rights.
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OVJ reserves the right to remove user content that violates these terms.
5. OVJ Rights and Responsibilities
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OVJ may edit or remove content to maintain quality, accuracy, and compliance with editorial standards.
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Decisions regarding moderation will be communicated transparently.
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Users acknowledge and accept OVJ’s authority to uphold editorial guidelines.
6. Service Accessibility
OVJ strives to provide continuous website access but does not guarantee uninterrupted service.
Reasons for Unavailability:
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System failures or technical issues
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Maintenance or updates
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Events beyond OVJ’s control
Liability: OVJ is not responsible for loss or inconvenience due to temporary unavailability.
7. Third-Party Submission System (EJManager)
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OVJ uses EJManager for manuscript submissions. Users must comply with both OVJ and EJManager terms.
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Authors are responsible for reviewing submission guidelines, privacy policies, and technical instructions.
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Submitted manuscripts remain the intellectual property of authors; OVJ is granted a license to process, review, and publish.
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Authors will receive communications from both OVJ and EJManager regarding their submissions.
8. No Warranties
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The website is provided “as is” without warranties regarding accuracy, completeness, or reliability.
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Content is for informational purposes only and not professional advice. Users are responsible for seeking professional guidance when necessary.
9. Limitations of Liability
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OVJ is not liable for any losses or damages arising from the use of the website.
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Users agree that these limitations are reasonable.
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OVJ continually seeks to improve services and appreciates user feedback.
10. Other Parties and Indemnity
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Users agree not to hold OVJ officers, employees, agents, or affiliates personally liable for losses incurred.
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Users are responsible for acting responsibly and respectfully within the community.
11. Breaches of Terms
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OVJ may suspend or terminate access for violations of these terms.
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Actions will be conducted transparently and fairly, with clear communication of decisions.
12. Variation
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OVJ may revise these terms periodically.
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Revised terms take effect upon publication on the website.
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Users are responsible for reviewing updates regularly.
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Feedback from the community is encouraged to ensure a user-responsive platform.
13. Governing Law
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These terms are governed by the laws of the State of Libya.
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Disputes arising under these terms are subject to the jurisdiction of Libyan courts.
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Users should seek legal advice for any questions regarding interpretation or compliance.
By using this website, you consent to these Terms of Use. Continued access or use constitutes acceptance of any revisions or updates to the terms.
