Bibliometric indicators follow precise annual release cycles. This policy defines how and when Impact Factor Site updates its database, articles, and interactive tools to maintain total synchronicity with master indexes.
Annual Release Cycles
| Database / Index | Release Window | Update Action on Site |
|---|---|---|
| Clarivate JCR (Web of Science) | Late June annually | Complete re-benchmarking of JIF, JCR Quartiles, and category ranks. |
| Elsevier Scopus (CiteScore) | Late May / June annually | Full database update of CiteScore values and Scopus percentile ranks. |
| SCImago / CWTS Leiden | June / July annually | Annual update of SJR prestige scores and SNIP field-normalized values. |
| DOAJ / Open Access Lists | Quarterly | Verification of Gold Open Access status and APC pricing structures. |
Genuine Timestamps
We strictly adhere to genuine date modification tracking. We never use artificial date refreshes or cosmetic updates without substantive editorial revision. When a page indicates “Last updated June 2026,” it certifies that the underlying bibliometric data was audited during that period.