Many libraries and publishers may be unfamiliar with the concept of a dark archive and its significance for document recovery and digital protection against threats. In this blog, we will explain its features and importance for their benefit. A dark archive is a secure and restricted repository designed for the long-term preservation of digital content. […]

In recent years, the landscape of scholarly publishing has evolved significantly, necessitating clear guidelines for maintaining the integrity of published research. The National Information Standards Organization (NISO) has responded to this need with the publication of NISO RP-45-2024, a set of comprehensive recommendations designed to guide publishers, editors, authors, and institutions in effectively communicating retractions,

In keeping with its unique mandate, CLOCKSS is proud to offer continuing open access to volumes 1-6 of Karib: Nordic Journal for Caribbean Studies. Libraries, publishers, and all members of the scholarly community share a duty to preserve and protect knowledge for future generations. Please join us today!

Please review and provide feedback on a new draft international standard for the preservation of eBooks published in the EPUB format. On behalf of ISO and NISO, CLOCKSS is leading the development of EPUB/a (a for archive) and would appreciate your insight and expertise. Let’s work together to ensure EPUB files remain accessible and part

In keeping with its unique mandate, CLOCKSS is proud to offer continuing and public access to volumes 1-106 of Heterocycles. The trigger process involves coordination across multiple organizations, countries, and languages. It is ideally completed before content is removed from the web so that users can access the book or journal seamlessly. The process is

We are delighted to announce that we are finalists at the Digital Preservation Coalition Awards 2024.  CLOCKSS has been chosen as a finalist in the “Teaching and Communication” category for efforts to inform academic publishers about the importance of long-term digital preservation and engage them in actively preserving their books and journals. Preserving Books for

By Gali Halevi, MLS, PhD Collection Director at CLOCKSS In the dynamic world of academic publishing, maintaining the integrity of research is absolutely crucial. These journals bear the weighty responsibility of upholding the principles of research integrity and appropriate scholarly conduct. However, in recent times, a troubling trend has emerged. Predatory journals and paper mills

We would like to ask for your support in championing the vital cause of digital preservation. Your influence and reach could significantly contribute to the protection of digital content and our shared cultural and intellectual heritage. Did you know that 25% of academic journals are known to be at risk? For academic books, digital preservation

By Gali Halevi, MLS, PhD Collection Director at CLOCKSS As someone deeply immersed in the world of library collections, I’ve come to recognize the significance of ensuring that our collections, archives, and repositories reflect the rich tapestry of global scholarship and diverse communities. In striving to build library and archival collections that are truly inclusive

Authors quite like the idea that their book, their legacy, will be available in 500 years and many library customers require long-term preservation in their purchasing agreements. But how often do explicit conversations take place about what happens to a book when those who originally cared for it are no longer around or able to