ResearchBack — Frequently Asked Questions

Datasets, code, simulations, circuit designs, analysis scripts, models, experimental data, annotated notebooks, teaching packs, and methods/protocols — as long as you have the rights to distribute them.

Create your account, set up your vendor profile, and add products linked to your paper(s).

Yes. Include the DOI, citation, or publisher URL in your product description/fields so buyers can verify provenance.

No, unless the license explicitly allows redistribution (e.g., certain Creative Commons licenses). ResearchBack focuses on the materials behind the paper, not the paywalled PDF.

Provide a README, sample screenshots, version info, a file tree, dependencies, expected outputs, and a usage license/terms.

Qualified reviewers evaluate submissions with a structured form. Each completed review is compensated under our reviewer payment model. Invitations and timelines appear in your dashboard.

Academics with domain expertise and a peer-reviewed track record (e.g., PhD or equivalent + publications). Include ORCID/Google Scholar/Scopus when you apply.

Yes. We emphasize clear criteria, conflict-of-interest declarations, and auditable timelines to uphold academic quality and fairness.

It varies by field and complexity. Each invitation includes an expected review window; your dashboard shows due dates and status.

Use search or browse by discipline. Filter by material type (dataset, code, simulation, etc.) and read the documentation before purchasing.

Yes — add items to your cart and complete one checkout. Downloads unlock once payment is confirmed.

Go to My Account → Downloads to access or re-download your purchases.

Submit a claim with the paper’s page URL plus proof (institutional email, ORCID link, publisher page, or co-author confirmation). After verification, you’ll get author access to update the page and add materials.

Yes. We can assign shared access. Include co-authors’ verified emails in your claim.

Yes — if you’re the rights holder or have permission. You’re responsible for respecting publisher contracts, institutional policies, licenses, and third-party IP.

Public metadata (title, authors, abstract, DOI) is fine as preview/context. Do not upload restricted full-text PDFs unless the license explicitly allows redistribution.

Plagiarized or unauthorized copyrighted material, offensive/non-academic content, and anything violating academic integrity, privacy, or legal restrictions.

Set payout details in your dashboard. After successful purchases and checks, your balance is released per the payout schedule.

Major cards and other secure online methods supported by our payment processor.

Files are stored securely and unlocked only for authorized buyers. Use clear licensing to define permitted use.

Digital products are generally non-refundable. If a technical issue prevents access/usability, contact support for help.