Business Model, Advertising, and Marketing Policies

Business Model and Revenue Sources

Sustainable Education and Digital Transformation (SEDT) operates under a non-commercial, open-access publishing model. The journal is committed to transparency regarding its business model and sources of operational support.

Revenue Sources

SEDT does not charge any author fees, including Article Processing Charges (APCs), submission fees, or publication fees. The journal does not generate revenue through subscriptions, paywalls, advertising, reprints, or sponsored content.

The operational and administrative activities of the journal are supported through institutional, organizational, or voluntary academic contributions, including editorial service, peer-review activities, and technical infrastructure support.

No commercial entity exercises control over the journal’s editorial policies, peer-review process, or publication decisions.

 

Advertising Policy

Sustainable Education and Digital Transformation (SEDT) does not accept commercial advertising on its website or within its published content.

The journal does not display paid advertisements, sponsored banners, targeted advertising, or promotional materials from commercial or non-commercial entities. Advertising content is not linked to reader behavior, browsing activity, or article content, nor is it displayed randomly or algorithmically.

In the event that the journal communicates non-commercial announcements of an academic or informational nature (such as conference notices or calls for papers), such content is clearly distinguished from peer-reviewed scholarly content and does not constitute advertising.

Direct Marketing Policy

Sustainable Education and Digital Transformation (SEDT) does not engage in commercial or promotional direct marketing activities.

The journal does not conduct mass email campaigns, paid solicitations, or marketing-driven manuscript recruitment. Any communication initiated on behalf of the journal—such as calls for papers or informational announcements—is limited to academic and informational purposes only and is directed at relevant scholarly audiences.

Editorial Independence (Summary)

Editorial decisions at Sustainable Education and Digital Transformation (SEDT) are based solely on academic merit, originality, methodological rigor, ethical compliance, and relevance to the journal’s aims and scope.

The journal operates without author fees, advertising, or commercial marketing activities. As a result, financial, promotional, or communication-related considerations have no influence on editorial evaluation, peer review, or publication decisions.

All editors, reviewers, and contributors involved in the editorial process act independently of financial or commercial interests, ensuring that scholarly integrity and ethical standards remain the sole basis for publication.

Transparency Commitment

Sustainable Education and Digital Transformation (SEDT) is committed to transparency in all aspects of its publishing practices, including its business model, revenue sources, advertising practices, and communication activities.

The journal operates without author fees, advertising, or commercial marketing. Any changes to the journal’s publishing model, financial structure, advertising policy, or communication practices will be clearly stated and communicated in advance on the journal’s website.