Terms of Use

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Effective Date: August 17, 2025

Last Updated: August 17, 2025

Welcome to Civic Lens (“we,” “our,” or “us”). By accessing or using https://civiclensnews.org (the “Site”), you agree to these Terms of Use (“Terms”). Please read them carefully. If you do not agree, do not use the Site.

1. Use of the Site

• You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.
• You will not:
  
  • Engage in unauthorized use of the Site or attempt to interfere with its operation.
  • Post or transmit harmful, defamatory, obscene, or illegal content.
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or data.

2. Intellectual Property

• All content on the Site, including articles, graphics, logos, and design, is owned by or licensed to Civic Lens and protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.
• You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or exploit any content without our prior written consent, except for personal, non-commercial use with proper attribution.

3. User Submissions

• If you submit articles, comments, or other materials (“Submissions”), you grant Civic Lens a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, display, reproduce, and distribute your Submission in connection with our Site and services.
• You are solely responsible for the content of your Submissions and must ensure they do not infringe on the rights of others or violate any laws.
• We reserve the right (but are not obligated) to remove or edit Submissions at our discretion.

4. Third-Party Links

The Site may include links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of those sites. Accessing them is at your own risk.

5. Disclaimer of Warranties

• The Site is provided “as is” and “as available.” We make no warranties or representations of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, reliability, or availability of the Site.
• Civic Lens disclaims all warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

6. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

• Civic Lens shall not be liable for any damages arising from your use of or inability to use the Site, including direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.
• We are not responsible for errors, interruptions, or security breaches that may affect the Site.

7. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Civic Lens, its staff, contributors, and affiliates from any claims, losses, liabilities, or expenses (including legal fees) arising out of your use of the Site, violation of these Terms, or infringement of others’ rights.

8. Changes to These Terms

We may update or modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with the updated “Effective Date.” Your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

9. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Washington, without regard to conflict of law principles.