Certainly! Here’s the revised text with the added clause about pseudonyms:
Terms of Service for D.I.M. Media (https://lamediadim.com/)
Welcome to D.I.M. Media (https://lamediadim.com/) (“the Website”), your source for news and articles from around the world. By accessing or using our Website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms of Service. Please read them carefully before using the Website.
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the Website, you agree to these Terms of Service, as well as our Privacy Policy and any other guidelines or rules applicable to specific services or features that may be posted on the Website from time to time. If you do not agree to these Terms of Service, you should not access or use the Website.
Compliance with Laws and Content Sources
- Compliance with Laws: You agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations when using the Website, including but not limited to copyright laws, defamation laws, and international journalism standards.
- Content Sources: The Website publishes news and articles sourced from various open sources, including world media. While we strive to provide accurate and reliable information, we cannot guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the content. We encourage users to verify information from original sources and exercise their own judgment when relying on the content published on the Website.
Intellectual Property
- Ownership: All content and materials available on the Website, including news articles, texts, graphics, logos, images, and videos, are either original works created by D.I.M. Media or properly licensed from third parties. The content is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may not modify, reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works based on any content or materials from the Website without prior written consent from D.I.M. Media or the respective rights holder.
- User Contributions: If you contribute content to the Website, you grant D.I.M. Media a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, sublicensable, and transferable license to use, reproduce, distribute, prepare derivative works of, display, and perform your contributed content in connection with the Website and D.I.M. Media’s business.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, D.I.M. Media, its owners, managers, employees, agents, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to damages for loss of profits, goodwill, use, data, or other intangible losses, arising out of or in connection with your use or inability to use the Website or the content published on it.
User Conduct and Responsibilities
- User Conduct: You agree to use the Website in a lawful and responsible manner, respecting the rights of others. You shall not engage in any activities that may violate applicable laws or infringe upon the intellectual property or privacy rights of others.
- Independent Journalists: D.I.M. Media may collaborate with independent journalists around the world to generate content. The views and opinions expressed in such content are solely those of the respective journalists and do not necessarily reflect the views of D.I.M. Media. We shall not be liable for any claims arising from the content generated by independent journalists.
Data Collection, Processing, and Cookies
- Personal Data Collection: D.I.M. Media may collect and process personal data as described in our Privacy Policy. By using the Website, you consent to the collection, storage, and processing of your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
- Use of Cookies: The Website uses cookies to enhance user experience and provide personalized services. By using the Website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
- User Responsibility: You are responsible for ensuring that any personal data you provide to D.I.M. Media is accurate, up to date, and compliant with applicable data protection laws. D.I.M. Media shall not be responsible for the accuracy or legality of the personal data provided by users.
PR and Promotional Materials
From time to time, D.I.M. Media may include public relations (PR) and promotional materials on the Website. These materials may include sponsored content, advertisements, and other promotional content. The inclusion of such materials does not constitute an endorsement or guarantee by D.I.M. Media. Users are encouraged to exercise their own judgment and discretion when engaging with PR and promotional materials.
Use of Pseudonyms
Some journalists featured on D.I.M. Media may use fictitious avatars and names due to personal security concerns. While the content they produce is thoroughly vetted and verified by D.I.M. Media, the use of pseudonyms adds an additional layer of protection for these journalists. Users of the Website are requested to respect the anonymity of such journalists and focus on the substance of their reporting.
Modification and Termination
D.I.M. Media reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to modify or terminate the Website or any services offered on the Website at any time, without notice. We may also modify these Terms of Service from time to time, and your continued use of the Website after such modifications will constitute your acceptance of the updated terms.
Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of laws principles. Any legal action or proceeding arising out of or relating to these Terms of Service or the use of the Website shall be exclusively brought in the state or federal courts located in California.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms of Service is found to be invalid or unenforceable, that provision shall be enforced to the maximum extent permissible, and the remaining provisions of these Terms of Service shall remain in full force and effect.
By using the D.I.M. Media Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms of Service. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at infodimmedia@gmail.com