OJS

Protecting sensitive data, including authors' and reviewers' personal information, is crucial. I want to know what security features OJS offers or recommends to safeguard the privacy of users, including encryption, user authentication, and other protective measures.

I’m planning to adopt an open-access model for my journal. I need to know how to configure OJS for open-access publishing and ensure that I am compliant with copyright policies, particularly Creative Commons licensing and content reuse guidelines.

Search engine optimization (SEO) is essential for journal visibility. I’d like to know how to optimize my OJS journal’s metadata, articles, and content for SEO. What steps should I take to improve search rankings and attract more readers and authors? 

I need to manage an editorial board and their roles in the journal. What are the best practices for assigning roles to editorial members (editors, section editors, etc.) and how can I manage their permissions within OJS efficiently?

Customization is key to branding. I want to know how to change the appearance and functionality of OJS to reflect my journal’s branding. This includes theme adjustments, logo integration, color schemes, and layout preferences that make my journal visually appealing.

I am keen on attracting high-quality authors and reviewers to my journal. I want to know effective strategies for reaching the right audience through OJS, including creating an appealing call for papers, promoting the journal, and engaging potential contributors. 

My journal will likely charge submission fees. I need to understand how to properly integrate payment gateways into OJS to accept payments securely and efficiently. What steps should be taken to make this process user-friendly for authors?

As peer review is crucial to academic journals, I’d like to know how to set up and streamline the peer-review process in OJS. What settings or configurations should I focus on to ensure efficient, transparent, and rigorous review workflows?

I'm looking for guidance on how to align my journal with international standards and make sure it meets the requirements for indexing services like CrossRef, DOAJ, and Google Scholar, all while using OJS as the platform. 

I want to understand the minimum technical specifications needed to run OJS smoothly. This includes server requirements, database settings, and any additional tools or software that should be integrated for a seamless journal hosting experience.