Security and Communication Networks Journal Citation Rate 2026

ISSN 1939-0114 eISSN 1939-0122 Hindawi Publishing Corporation GB

Q3 Quartile

About Security and Communication Networks
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Security and Communication Networks (SCN) is a peer-reviewed academic journal, published by Hindawi Publishing Corporation in GB, catalogued under ISSN 1939-0114 (e-ISSN 1939-0122). As of 2026, it has a 2025 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 0.53 (Q3 quartile) — the average number of citations its recent articles received over a two-year window, computed from OpenAlex open citation data, not the Clarivate (JCR) Impact Factor. It operates a subscription model (APC ~$2100 USD).

Security and Communication Networks Citation Rate 2026 — In Context

Security and Communication Networks has a 2025 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 0.53, placing it in the Q3 quartile. This is the average number of citations the journal's recent articles received over a two-year window, computed from OpenAlex open citation data — not the Clarivate (JCR) Journal Impact Factor.

Security and Communication Networks operates a subscription-based publishing model — readers access articles through institutional subscriptions or pay-per-view.

Researchers looking to publish in Security and Communication Networks should review the journal's submission tips and verify the latest indexing status against Scopus, DOAJ, and Web of Science using our indexing tracker. To compare Security and Communication Networks against similar journals in the field, use our journal comparison tool.

Submission Tips for Security and Communication Networks
  • Budget $2100 for the Article Processing Charge. Check if your institution or funder covers OA fees.
ISSN (Print) 1939-0114
ISSN (Online) 1939-0122
Publisher Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Country United Kingdom
APC / Cost $2100 USD
In-depth profile & metrics

Security and Communication Networks is published by Hindawi Publishing Corporation and based in United Kingdom. It runs on a subscription or hybrid model with an article-processing charge of USD 2100.

Security and Communication Networks is indexed in OpenAlex. OpenAlex tracking provides an open, citable record of its output even where commercial indexing is absent.

Its most recent citation rate stands at 0.527.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Security and Communication Networks

Security and Communication Networks does not hold a Clarivate (JCR) Impact Factor on JournalsHub. Its 2-year citation rate, computed from OpenAlex open citation data, is 0.527 — an open proxy for citation impact, not the licensed JCR Impact Factor.

No, Security and Communication Networks is not an open access journal.

The Article Processing Charge (APC) for Security and Communication Networks is $2100 USD.

Security and Communication Networks is published by Hindawi Publishing Corporation.

Security and Communication Networks shows strong legitimacy signals: it is indexed in OpenAlex. Indexing in recognised databases such as Scopus and DOAJ is a reliable indicator of a peer-reviewed, non-predatory journal, because predatory titles are typically excluded from them. Always confirm the journal's scope and editorial board fit your work before submitting.

The ISSN of Security and Communication Networks is 1939-0114. Its electronic ISSN (eISSN) is 1939-0122.

Security and Communication Networks sits in the Q3 quartile based on its latest impact factor of 0.53, ranked across all journals in our database.
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Citation Rate
0.527
2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) · 2025
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2025 0.527 2-Year Mean Citedness (OpenAlex)

Metrics are sourced from OpenAlex, DOAJ and Scopus and reflect the latest data we hold. The headline figure is a 2-year citation rate (OpenAlex), not a Clarivate Impact Factor. Always verify against the journal's official site before relying on it. See our Methodology or report a correction.

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Last updated: Apr 24, 2026

Updated by: openalex_bulk

OpenAlex ID: S120683614

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