Terms of Service

Welcome to ApexEdit. By using our website ("Site") and services ("Services"), you agree to the following Terms of Service ("Terms"). These Terms govern your access to and use of the Site and Services provided by ApexEdit ("we," "us," or "our"). Please read them carefully.

1. Services Overview

ApexEdit offers academic services including, but not limited to:

• Academic Editing
• Academic Translation
• WoS/Scopus Journal Matching
• Manuscript Formatting and Submission Support

Services are customized based on each client's manuscript and research needs. Specific deliverables and turnaround times are agreed upon at the time of order.

2. Order Process

To use our Services, you must:

• Submit a completed order form.
• Provide all necessary files and instructions.
• Pay in full prior to project commencement.

We reserve the right to decline orders that are unlawful, unethical, or outside our scope of expertise.

3. Delivery & Revisions

Turnaround times vary by service tier and word count. You will receive a delivery date estimate before payment.

We offer free revisions within 14 days of delivery, provided they pertain to the original content and scope. Major content additions or changes may incur extra fees.

4. Payment & Refund Policy

All payments must be made upfront via our approved payment platforms.

Refunds:

• Full refunds are available only before work begins.
• Partial refunds may be issued if we fail to meet the agreed service standard.
• No refunds are offered once a service has been fully delivered, except in cases of confirmed service failure.

5. Confidentiality & Intellectual Property

We treat all submitted material with strict confidentiality.

• Files are stored securely and accessed only by assigned staff.
• We do not claim ownership over your content.
• All intellectual property remains yours.

Our staff are bound by non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), and our systems are encrypted to prevent unauthorized access.

6. No Guarantee of Publication

While we aim to improve your chances of publication, we do not guarantee acceptance by any journal. Editorial decisions rest solely with the journal's editorial board.

7. Limitation of Liability

ApexEdit is not liable for:

• Manuscript rejection by journals
• Loss or corruption of data
• Damages arising from the use or inability to use our Services

In no event will our liability exceed the amount you paid for the service.

8. Modifications

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Site and Services after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.

9. Contact

For any questions, contact us at: publish@apexedit.net

Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how ApexEdit collects, uses, and safeguards your information.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following data:

• Personal Information: Name, email, phone number, billing details
• Manuscript Files: Research papers, supporting documents, instructions
• Usage Data: Browser type, IP address, pages visited (via cookies)

2. How We Use Your Information

Your data is used to:

• Provide and fulfill services
• Communicate project updates
• Process payments
• Improve our website and services

We do not sell, rent, or trade your data to third parties.

3. Data Storage & Security

• Files are stored using encrypted systems.
• Only authorized staff may access client files.
• All staff members sign NDAs.

We follow industry best practices to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

4. Use of Third-Party Services

We use trusted third-party providers for:

• Payment processing
• Email communications
• Analytics

These services are compliant with relevant privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).

5. Cookies

We use cookies to:

• Improve user experience
• Analyze website performance

You may opt out via your browser settings, but some features may be affected.

6. Data Retention

We retain client data for as long as necessary to:

• Provide services
• Comply with legal obligations

You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your data
• Request corrections
• Request deletion
• Withdraw consent

To exercise any of these rights, email: publish@apexedit.net

8. Contact Us

For questions about this policy, email: publish@apexedit.net