Last Updated: May 9, 2025
Welcome to Eco Business News! These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of our website, www.ecobusinessnews.com, and any related services we provide (collectively, the “Site”). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you don’t agree, please refrain from using the Site. We’re excited to share eco-friendly business news with you, and these Terms help keep our community respectful and sustainable.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By visiting or using Eco Business News, you confirm that you’re at least 13 years old (or 16 in the EEA) and have the legal capacity to agree to these Terms. If you’re using the Site on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms.
2. Use of the Site
We grant you a non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes, subject to these Terms. You agree to:
- Use the Site lawfully and respectfully, in line with our mission to promote sustainable business practices.
- Not engage in activities that could harm the Site, such as hacking, distributing malware, or overloading our servers.
- Not use automated tools (e.g., bots, scrapers) to access or collect content without our written permission.
- Not impersonate others or create false accounts to interact with the Site.
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access if you violate these Terms.
3. Content Ownership and Usage
Our Content
All content on Eco Business News, including articles, images, logos, and designs (collectively, “Content”), is owned by us or our licensors and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may:
- View and share our Content for personal, non-commercial use, provided you credit Eco Business News and link back to the original article.
- Not reproduce, modify, distribute, or republish our Content without our prior written consent.
User-Generated Content
If you submit content to the Site, such as comments or contact form messages (“User Content”), you:
- Grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, and reproduce your User Content on the Site and in related promotions (e.g., featuring a comment in our newsletter).
- Confirm that your User Content is original, doesn’t infringe on third-party rights, and complies with these Terms.
- Agree that we may moderate, edit, or remove User Content at our discretion, especially if it’s offensive, spammy, or violates our policies.
We’re not responsible for User Content but may monitor it to ensure a positive community experience.
4. Prohibited Conduct
To keep Eco Business News a welcoming space, you agree not to:
- Post or share content that’s unlawful, defamatory, obscene, or discriminatory.
- Use the Site to promote illegal activities or violate third-party rights.
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or data.
- Interfere with other users’ enjoyment of the Site, such as by spamming comments or sending abusive messages.
Violations may result in content removal, account suspension, or legal action.
5. Third-Party Links and Ads
Our Site may include links to third-party websites (e.g., eco-business resources) or advertisements (e.g., via Google AdSense). We don’t control or endorse these third parties, and we’re not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or services. Engage with them at your own risk, and review their terms and policies.
6. Disclaimers
Eco Business News is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, express or implied. We strive to deliver accurate, up-to-date eco-business news, but we don’t guarantee:
- The accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of our Content.
- That the Site will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure.
- That third-party links or ads meet your expectations.
You use the Site at your own risk, and we’re not liable for any damages arising from your use, except where required by law.
7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Eco Business News, its affiliates, and partners will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages (e.g., lost profits, data loss) arising from your use of the Site. Our total liability, if any, is limited to $100 or the amount you paid us (if applicable), whichever is less.
8. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold Eco Business News, its affiliates, and team harmless from any claims, losses, or damages (including legal fees) arising from your violation of these Terms, User Content, or use of the Site in a way that harms others.
9. Termination
We may terminate or suspend your access to the Site at any time, with or without notice, if you breach these Terms or for other reasons, such as technical issues or legal requirements. Upon termination, your right to use the Site ends, but these Terms’ provisions on ownership, liability, and indemnification survive.
10. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms to reflect new features, legal changes, or operational needs. Changes will be posted here with an updated “Last Updated” date. Significant changes will be communicated via email or a Site notice. Your continued use of the Site after changes means you accept the updated Terms.
11. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of California, USA, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of San Diego County, California, unless otherwise required by law.
12. Contact Us
Questions about these Terms? Reach out:
- Email: info@ecobusinessnews.com
- Mail: Eco Business News, 800 Palomar Airport Road, Carlsbad, CA 92011, USA
- Website: www.ecobusinessnews.com/contact
Thank you for being part of the Eco Business News community! Let’s keep working toward a greener, more sustainable future together.
