Terms of Service

Welcome to KontextLora News. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of the KontextLora News website located at kontextlora.news (the "Service") operated by KontextLora News ("us," "we," or "our").

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using our Service, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.

These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the Service. By accessing or using our Service, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference.

2. Description of Service

KontextLora News is a technology news and information website that provides:

• Technology news, articles, and analysis
• Information about artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and digital innovation
• Educational content and industry insights
• Commentary and opinion pieces on technology trends
• User engagement features such as comments and newsletters

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Service at any time, with or without notice.

3. User Accounts and Registration

3.1 Account Creation

While browsing our website does not require registration, certain features may require you to create an account. When creating an account, you must provide accurate and complete information.

3.2 Account Security

You are responsible for:

• Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
• All activities that occur under your account
• Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
• Ensuring your account information remains current and accurate

3.3 Account Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your account at our sole discretion, without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms or is harmful to other users, us, or third parties.

4. Acceptable Use Policy

You agree not to use the Service to:

4.1 Prohibited Activities

• Violate any applicable laws, regulations, or third-party rights
• Post or transmit spam, unsolicited communications, or promotional materials
• Engage in harassment, abuse, or discrimination against other users
• Upload or distribute malicious code, viruses, or harmful software
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or user accounts
• Interfere with or disrupt the Service or servers connected to the Service
• Use automated systems or software to extract data from the Service
• Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation

4.2 Content Standards

All content you submit must:

• Be accurate and not misleading
• Not contain defamatory, offensive, or inappropriate material
• Not infringe on intellectual property rights
• Comply with applicable laws and regulations
• Be relevant to the technology and innovation topics we cover

5. Content and User Submissions

5.1 User-Generated Content

When you submit content to our Service (comments, feedback, suggestions), you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and worldwide license to use, modify, publish, and display such content in connection with the Service.

5.2 Content Moderation

We reserve the right to:

• Review, edit, or remove any content at our discretion
• Monitor user-generated content for compliance with these Terms
• Take action against users who violate our content guidelines
• Preserve content as required by law or legal process

5.3 Third-Party Content

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of these third-party sites. Your use of third-party sites is subject to their respective terms and policies.

6. Intellectual Property Rights

6.1 Our Content

The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by KontextLora News and are protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

6.2 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Service for personal, non-commercial purposes, subject to these Terms.

6.3 Restrictions

You may not:

• Reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works of our content
• Use our content for commercial purposes without permission
• Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices
• Use our trademarks or service marks without authorization

6.4 DMCA Compliance

We respect intellectual property rights and respond to valid takedown notices under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). If you believe your copyright has been infringed, please contact us with the required information.

7. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which forms part of these Terms. By using our Service, you consent to the collection and use of information as outlined in our Privacy Policy.

Key privacy points include:

• We collect information to provide and improve our services
• We use cookies and similar technologies for analytics and advertising
• We may share information with service providers and as required by law
• You have rights regarding your personal information as described in our Privacy Policy

8. Disclaimers and Limitations

8.1 Service Availability

The Service is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee that the Service will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free from harmful components.

8.2 Content Accuracy

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we make no warranties about the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of the content on our Service. Users should verify information independently before relying on it.

8.3 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, KontextLora News shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or relating to your use of the Service.

8.4 Third-Party Services

We are not responsible for the actions, content, or services of third parties, including advertisers, linked websites, or service providers.

9. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless KontextLora News and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or debt arising from:

• Your use of the Service
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any third-party rights
• Any content you submit to the Service

10. Termination

10.1 Termination by You

You may stop using our Service at any time. If you have an account, you may delete it through your account settings or by contacting us.

10.2 Termination by Us

We may terminate or suspend your access immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including but not limited to:

• Breach of these Terms
• Violation of applicable laws
• Extended periods of inactivity
• Technical or security concerns

10.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use the Service will cease immediately. Provisions that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, and limitations of liability.

11. Dispute Resolution

11.1 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which KontextLora News operates, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

11.2 Dispute Resolution Process

Before filing any formal legal proceeding, you agree to first contact us to attempt to resolve the dispute informally. We will work in good faith to resolve disputes through direct negotiation.

11.3 Arbitration

If we cannot resolve a dispute through informal negotiation, any remaining disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration, except where prohibited by law.

12. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective when posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.

Material changes will be communicated through:

• Email notification to registered users
• Prominent notice on our website
• Social media announcements for significant changes

Your continued use of the Service after any modifications constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

13. Contact Information

Thank you for using KontextLora News! We appreciate your interest in technology news and innovation. By following these Terms of Service, you help us maintain a positive and informative environment for all users.