Getting Started with Journal Suggester

Learn how to find the perfect journal for your research in 5 simple steps

  • Paste your title and abstract; the abstract matters most
  • Or choose a PDF, Word (.docx) or text file: it is read in your browser, not uploaded
  • Check the title and abstract we found before continuing
  • Optional: tick "Open access only" or "Q1–Q2 only" to narrow the results

Pro Tips for Better Results

Write Clear Abstracts

Use clear, descriptive language in your abstract. Include research objectives, methods, and key findings.

Use Specific Keywords

Include relevant keywords and research terms. This helps our AI match with appropriate journals.

Check Journal Metrics

Review H-Index and SJR values. Higher values generally indicate more prestigious journals.

Consider Quartiles

Q1 and Q2 journals are typically higher impact. Q3 and Q4 are more niche but still valuable.

Verify Journal Scope

Always check the journal's scope and recent publications to ensure good fit.

Create an Account

Free: 20 analyses a day instead of 3, every analysis saved, and shortlists to track your submissions.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the analysis take?

Usually 15–20 seconds: finding the closest journals takes a moment, and most of the time goes into the AI reading the candidates and writing a reason for each.

Can I save my searches?

Yes. Sign in (free) and every analysis is saved to My Manuscripts with its recommendations, so you can come back to it, shortlist journals and track submissions.

How many journals are in your database?

32,000+ journals, book series and conference proceedings indexed in Scopus, with metrics from the SCImago Journal Rank 2025 and research topics from OpenAlex.

Is my manuscript data safe?

Your title and abstract travel over an encrypted (HTTPS) connection to our server and to our AI provider (OpenAI) to produce the analysis. If you are not signed in, we do not save them. If you are signed in, each analysis is saved to My Manuscripts so you can come back to it, and you can delete it at any time. We never sell or publish your manuscripts.

Is there a limit?

Visitors can run 3 analyses a day and signed-in users 20, which keeps the service free. Browsing the journal database is unlimited.

What if I don't like the recommendations?

Try refining your abstract with more specific keywords, or browse our journal database manually to find alternatives.

Need More Help?

Can't find what you're looking for? Our support team is ready to help.