Launch Your Journal
Everything you need to start or move your academic journal. One company, complete service.
Plan 1
Launch Your Journal From Zero
$699
one-time, complete package
For researchers, institutions and editorial boards starting an academic research journal from scratch.
OJS Setup & Hosting
Your journal's complete technical foundation, fully configured and ready to publish.
- OJS installation and full configuration
- Custom domain connection (you provide the domain)
- One journal, completely set up
- Journal homepage, About, Editorial Board and Author Guidelines pages
- Author online submission workflow setup
- Reviewer and editor role configuration
ISSN Registration
Your journal's official identity number, for both print and online.
- Online ISSN (e-ISSN) application submitted on your behalf
- Print ISSN application submitted on your behalf
- All documents prepared on your behalf
DOI Registration (Crossref)
Permanent, globally recognised article identifiers, the gold standard for academic publishing.
- Crossref membership registration on your behalf
- DOI plugin full installation and configuration
- DOI prefix setup
- Crossref Similarity Check (iThenticate) integration
Launch time: 7 to 10 business days
Get StartedPlan 2
Transfer Your Existing Journal to OJS
$299 + $1
per article
For journals already running on another platform who want to move to OJS.
OJS Setup & Hosting at $299
Fresh OJS installation, fully configured and ready to receive your existing content.
- OJS installation and full configuration
- Custom domain connection (you provide the domain)
- One journal, completely set up
- Responsive professional theme matching your existing website
- All user roles configured for authors, reviewers and editors
Data Transfer at $1 per article
All your existing published content moved safely and completely to OJS.
- Full article metadata transfer covering title, abstract, authors and keywords
- PDF and full-text file migration
- Volume and issue structure preserved exactly
- Existing DOI links preserved and re-connected
Price examples
| Article count | Calculation | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 50 articles | 299 + 50 | $349 |
| 100 articles | 299 + 100 | $399 |
| 300 articles | 299 + 300 | $599 |
| 500 articles | 299 + 500 | $799 |
Transfer time: 10 to 14 business days, depending on article count
Get StartedAdd-ons
Add-on services
Available with either plan. Add any service at any time.
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Annual hosting renewal | $99 / year |
| OJS version upgrade | $79 |
| Extra journal setup | $199 / journal |
| Custom theme & logo design | $199 |
| DOAJ application preparation | $99 |
| Scopus application preparation | $199 |
| Web of Science application preparation | $199 |
| PubMed / MEDLINE application preparation | $199 |
| Copyediting & proofreading | $25 / article |
| JATS XML conversion | $8 / article |
| Monthly editorial management support | $99 / month |
| Journal migration from another host | $149 |
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Can I get ISSN or DOI separately without the full package?
Yes. ISSN ($200) and DOI ($499) can be added individually to any plan.
Is the Crossref membership fee included?
No. Crossref charges $275 per year directly to you. We handle all setup and registration; you pay Crossref separately.
How long does setup take?
A new journal launch takes 7 to 10 business days. A transfer takes 10 to 14 business days, depending on article count.
What payment methods do you accept?
Bank transfer, PayPal, and credit or debit card. We take 20% upfront and 80% on completion.
Can I upgrade or add services after my journal goes live?
Yes. Any add-on service can be purchased at any time after launch.
Still weighing the options?
Book a free 30-minute consultation and we will tell you exactly which plan fits your journal, with no pressure and no obligation.