Refund Policy

The Frontiers in Robotics and Automation journal likely has a refund policy primarily related to article processing charges (APCs), as is common with open-access journals. This policy outlines the circumstances under which authors may be eligible for a refund, ensuring fairness and transparency in financial transactions.

Refunds are typically considered in specific situations, such as when an author withdraws their manuscript early in the submission process, particularly before significant editorial or peer review work has been undertaken. In such cases, the journal may offer a full or partial refund, depending on the stage at which the withdrawal occurs. Authors are generally required to formally request a refund and provide a valid reason for the withdrawal.

If a manuscript is withdrawn after peer review has begun or if it is rejected during the review process, refunds are generally not granted. The APC is designed to cover the costs associated with managing the peer review and editorial processes, and these costs are incurred regardless of the outcome of the manuscript.

For manuscripts that have been accepted and are in the production stage, refunds are rarely offered. By this point, the journal has invested significant resources in preparing the manuscript for publication, including typesetting, proofreading, and digital hosting. Exceptions may be made in cases of exceptional circumstances, such as duplicate payments or errors in transaction processing. In such cases, authors are encouraged to contact the journal’s financial office immediately to resolve the issue.

The journal may deduct an administrative or handling fee from any approved refunds to account for the costs already incurred during the processing of the manuscript. Refunds are typically processed using the original payment method and are subject to a defined timeframe.

For precise details on the refund policy of the Frontiers in Robotics and Automation, authors should refer to the journal’s website or contact their administrative office. This ensures that authors are fully informed of their rights and responsibilities regarding APC refunds and the conditions under which they may apply.