The Conversation FAQ

Answers to your most common questions about The Conversation.

Quick, simple, and helpful information at a glance.

What is "theconversation"?
theconversation is an independent news and analysis website that publishes articles on a wide range of topics by academics and experts.
How can I submit an article to theconversation?
You can submit an article idea or full draft through the "Pitch an Idea" form on the website. Please ensure that your article meets our submission guidelines.
I submitted an article idea, but I haven't heard back. What should I do?
The editorial team receives a high volume of submissions and may take some time to review them. If you have not heard back within two weeks, you can follow up through the "Contact Us" form.
I accidentally deleted my comment on theconversation. Can I retrieve it?
No, comments cannot be retrieved once they have been deleted. Please make sure to review your comment before submitting it.
I posted a comment on theconversation, but it is not appearing. Why?
Comments may take some time to appear as they are moderated by our team to ensure they adhere to our community standards.
Can I edit or delete my comment on theconversation?
No, once a comment has been submitted, it cannot be edited or deleted. Please review your comment carefully before submitting it.
I received a notification that my comment on theconversation has been reported. What does this mean?
This means that another user has flagged your comment as violating our community standards. Our team will review the comment and determine if it should be removed.
I am having trouble accessing theconversation website. What should I do?
Please try clearing your browser's cache and cookies and then reloading the website. If the issue persists, you can contact us through the "Contact Us" form.
I came across a broken link on theconversation website. How can I report it?
You can report broken links through the "Contact Us" form. Please provide the URL of the page where you found the broken link.
I received an error message when trying to access a page on theconversation. What does this mean?
This could mean that there is a technical issue on our end. Please try refreshing the page and if the issue persists, you can contact us through the "Contact Us" form.
How can I become a member of theconversation?
theconversation is free to access and does not have a membership program.
I am experiencing slow loading times on theconversation. What can I do?
This could be due to a slow internet connection or heavy traffic on our website. Please try reloading the page or accessing our website at a different time.
Can I subscribe to receive notifications for new articles on theconversation?
Yes, you can subscribe to our newsletter through the "Subscribe" button on our website.
I am interested in using theconversation content for my own website or publication. Can I do this?
You can request permission to republish our content through the "Contact Us" form. Please note that theconversation holds the copyright of all published articles.
I found a mistake in an article on theconversation. How can I report it?
You can report any errors or corrections through the "Contact Us" form. Our team will review and make necessary updates.
I am having trouble finding a specific article on theconversation. Can I search for it?
Yes, you can use the search bar on our website to search for specific articles.
I received an email from theconversation asking for my payment information. Is this legitimate?
No, theconversation does not require any payment for accessing or publishing articles. If you have received such an email, please do not respond and report it to us through the "Contact Us" form.
I am interested in republishing an article from theconversation. Can I do this without permission?
No, you must request permission to republish our content through the "Contact Us" form. Please note that republishing without permission is a violation of copyright laws.
I am having trouble accessing an article on theconversation. What could be the issue?
If an article is behind a paywall, you may need to subscribe to read it. Otherwise, please try clearing your browser's cache and cookies and then reloading the page.
I received an error message when trying to submit a comment on theconversation. What could be causing this?
Our website may have experienced technical issues at the time of your submission. Please try again later or reach out to us through the "Contact Us" form.
How can I report abuse or harassment in the comments section of an article?
You can use the "Flag" button on each comment to report it to our team. Please provide a reason for your report.
I accidentally clicked the "Report" button on a comment. Can I undo this?
No, once a comment has been reported, it cannot be undone. If you reported the comment by mistake, please disregard the notification.
I am having trouble viewing images on theconversation. What could be causing this?
This could be due to a slow internet connection or an issue with the images on our website. Please try reloading the page or accessing our website at a different time.
I am concerned about the accuracy of information in an article on theconversation. What can I do?
You can contact us through the "Contact Us" form with your concerns and our team will review the article.
Can I share articles from theconversation on social media?
Yes, you can share our articles on social media through the social media sharing buttons on our website.