arXiv Transitions to Independent Nonprofit Organization

On July 1, 2026, arXiv will officially spin out from Cornell University to become an independent nonprofit organization. This transition marks the end of a 25-year tenure at Cornell and is designed to provide the organization with greater flexibility and opportunities for growth as a critical piece of scholarly publishing infrastructure.

Continuity of Service and Access

arXiv will maintain its core mission, vision, and values following the spin-out. The transition is structured to ensure that authors, readers, and the global scientific community experience no interruption in service.

Key commitments include:

• Free Access: arXiv will remain free to read and free to submit to.
• Equitable Access: The organization remains dedicated to providing scientists worldwide with equitable access to new ideas and discoveries.
• Operational Stability: Staff and volunteers have worked to ensure a smooth transition so that users will not notice significant changes in the coming months.

Governance and Transparency

To manage the transition, arXiv has established a dedicated FAQ page to provide transparency regarding its new leadership, governance structures, and special projects. This page serves as the primary source for up-to-date information, supplemented by announcements via the arXiv blog and social media.

Upcoming Organizational Milestones

Following the spin-out, arXiv plans to release a series of updates detailing recent achievements and organizational changes, including:

• Engineering Leadership: Introduction of a new Engineering Director and an overview of current development team projects.
• Submission Growth: Documentation of the milestone of reaching 3 million submissions.
• AI Policy: Updates regarding recent changes to policy practices specifically concerning AI-related articles.