Terms of Use

Last updated: November 20, 2024

Introduction

Welcome to Ontario Pulse. By accessing and using our website, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use ("Terms"). Please read these Terms carefully before using our services.

Definitions

• "Website" refers to ontariopulse.com
• "Content" includes articles, images, videos, and other materials
• "User" means any person accessing or using the Website
• "Services" refers to all services provided through the Website

Acceptable Use

You May:

• Access and read our content
• Share our content with proper attribution
• Comment on articles respectfully
• Subscribe to our newsletters
• Create an account for enhanced features

You May Not:

• Copy or reproduce content without permission
• Use our content for commercial purposes without license
• Attempt to breach website security
• Post inappropriate or harmful content
• Impersonate others
• Spam or distribute malware

Intellectual Property

Our Rights

• All content is protected by copyright
• Our logo and branding are trademarked
• Website design and functionality are proprietary

Your Rights

• Limited license to view and share content
• Right to post comments and feedback
• Personal use of downloadable resources

User Accounts

Account Creation

• Must provide accurate information
• Responsible for maintaining confidentiality
• One account per user
• Must be 13 years or older

Account Termination

• We may suspend or terminate accounts
• Users may delete their accounts
• Account deletion doesn't remove past contributions

Content Guidelines

User-Generated Content

• Must be original or properly attributed
• No harmful or offensive material
• No spam or promotional content
• We reserve right to remove content

Comments

• Must be relevant to articles
• No personal attacks or harassment
• No hate speech or discrimination
• Subject to moderation

Disclaimer

No Warranty

• Content provided "as is"
• No guarantee of accuracy
• Not responsible for user decisions
• May contain technical inaccuracies

Limitation of Liability

• Not liable for indirect damages
• No responsibility for third-party content
• No liability for service interruptions
• Maximum liability limited by law

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to:

• Modify these terms at any time
• Change our services and features
• Update pricing and offerings
• Discontinue any service aspect

Third-Party Links

• Not responsible for external content
• No endorsement implied
• Use at your own risk
• Subject to third-party terms

Dispute Resolution

Severability

If any provision is found unenforceable:

• Provision will be modified
• Remainder of Terms stay in effect
• Court may modify terms
• Intent preserved when possible

Contact Information

For questions about these Terms:

Ontario Pulse
legal@ontariopulse.com
123 Main Street
Toronto, ON M5V 1A1
Canada

Acceptance

By using our Website, you acknowledge:

• Reading these Terms
• Understanding your obligations
• Agreeing to comply
• Being legally bound

Thank you for reading our Terms of Use. Please contact us with any questions.