Terms of Use

Effective Date: September 24, 2025
Last Updated: September 24, 2025

Welcome to NewsPhone.org (“we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing or using our website (the “Site”) and services (collectively, the “Services”), you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Use (“Terms”). Please read them carefully. If you do not agree with these Terms, you should stop using our Services immediately.

1. Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years old (or the minimum legal age in your jurisdiction) to use our Services. By using our Site, you represent that you meet this requirement.

2. Use of the Website

You agree to use NewsPhone.org only for lawful purposes. You must not:

  • Violate any local, national, or international law or regulation.
  • Interfere with or disrupt the security or functionality of the Site.
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems, servers, or networks.
  • Use automated systems (such as bots, scrapers, or spiders) without permission.
  • Post, transmit, or distribute unlawful, defamatory, abusive, obscene, or infringing content.

3. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on NewsPhone.org—including text, graphics, logos, images, videos, and software—is owned by NewsPhone.org or its licensors and is protected under copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works without prior written consent, except for personal, non-commercial use with proper attribution.

4. User Content

If you submit, post, or upload content (such as comments, articles, or feedback), you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, reproduce, and distribute that content in connection with our Services.

You are responsible for the legality, accuracy, and appropriateness of any content you provide. We reserve the right to remove any content at our discretion.

5. Third-Party Links & Services

Our Site may include links to third-party websites, services, or advertisements. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of third parties. Accessing third-party websites is at your own risk.

6. Disclaimers

  • The Site and its content are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis without warranties of any kind.
  • We make no guarantees about the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or timeliness of information on the Site.
  • To the maximum extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, NewsPhone.org, its affiliates, and contributors shall not be liable for:

  • Any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages.
  • Loss of profits, data, goodwill, or business opportunities.
  • Errors, omissions, interruptions, delays, or technical issues.

Your sole remedy for dissatisfaction with the Site is to stop using it.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless NewsPhone.org, its affiliates, and team members from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising out of your use of the Site, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any rights.

9. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Site without notice if you violate these Terms, misuse the Services, or engage in harmful behavior.

10. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States of America and the State of California, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Our Services are accessible worldwide. By using NewsPhone.org, you agree that any disputes, claims, or legal proceedings arising out of or related to these Terms or your use of the Site shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in California, USA, and you consent to the jurisdiction of such courts.

If you are accessing the Site from outside the United States, you are responsible for complying with all local laws and regulations applicable to you. Your continued use of the Site constitutes your consent to the application of U.S. law and jurisdiction.

11. Changes to These Terms

We may update or revise these Terms from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date. By continuing to use our Services after changes are posted, you accept the updated Terms.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us:

📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: https://newsphone.org