Retention Period
Items will be retained indefinitely
Functional Preservation
The repository will try to ensure continued readability and accessibility
File Preservation
The repository regularly backs up its file according to current best practices
Withdrawal Policy
Items may not normally be removed from the repository
Reasons for Withdrawal
Legal requirements and proven violations
Withdrawal Method
Withdrawn items are not deleted per se, but are removed from public view
URL Retention
Indefinitely
Withdrawn Item Page
URLs will continue to point to 'tombstone' citations.
Withdrawn Item Searchable
Yes
Version Control
- Changes to deposited items are not permitted
- Errata and corrigenda lists may be included with the original if required
- If necessary, an updated version may be deposited
Closure Policy
The database will be transferred to another appropriate archive