The peer review process at International Journal Linguistics of Sumatra and Malay is meticulously designed to ensure the highest standards of academic rigor and integrity. Our journal employs both editorial and peer review stages to uphold these standards. The editorial review involves a thorough evaluation of each manuscript by our esteemed editorial boards, who assess the suitability of the submission for further consideration. Following this initial stage, manuscripts deemed suitable undergo a stringent double-blind peer review process. This process ensures anonymity for both authors and reviewers, fostering impartiality and objectivity in the assessment of submissions. Expert reviewers meticulously evaluate the scholarly content, providing detailed feedback and recommendations. The decision to accept or reject an article is carefully deliberated based on this feedback, with a commitment to professionalism and academic integrity. Additionally, prior to peer review, all manuscripts undergo a meticulous plagiarism check using industry-standard software. Any indication of plagiarism results in immediate rejection. Authors receive detailed feedback on rejected manuscripts, along with guidance for potential improvements. Through these rigorous editorial and peer review processes, IJLSM upholds its commitment to excellence, integrity, and scholarly rigor, ensuring that only high-quality, original research is published in our esteemed journal.