Effective Date: November 14, 2024
The Heart of Vicksburg Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of our website and content. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms, as well as our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not use our website.
1. General Use
- Heart of Vicksburg provides news, articles, and content for informational purposes. Users are not required to create an account to access our site. There are no age restrictions for accessing the website.
- You agree to use the website in compliance with these Terms and any applicable laws, and to refrain from actions that may disrupt or interfere with its normal operation.
2. Content Ownership
- All content published on Heart of Vicksburg is owned by the respective authors. Heart of Vicksburg publishes with agreement to its authors.
- Republishing of content: You may not republish, distribute, or share content from Heart of Vicksburg without prior permission. All third-party distribution must be approved by us before sharing.
3. User Conduct
- Users are prohibited from posting spam, harassing other users, or engaging in any disruptive behavior while interacting with our site or commenting on articles.
- We encourage users to send leads for potential content, but submitting content leads does not guarantee publication.
4. Feedback and Communication
- We welcome feedback and suggestions related to our content. Users may contact us at [email protected] with their feedback.
- We will review all submissions and determine if any action is required. However, we are not obligated to respond to or act on every communication.
5. Donations
- Heart of Vicksburg accepts donations to support our journalism, but donations are voluntary and non-refundable.
- Donations do not entitle users to exclusive content or services.
6. Third-Party Services
- We use Google services and AdSense to help generate revenue and track site statistics. These services may collect data about your use of the site as described in our Privacy Policy.
- We may also integrate social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Twitter) to help distribute our content. Your use of these services is subject to their respective terms of service and privacy policies.
7. Content Accuracy and Disclaimers
- We strive to ensure that all content published on Heart of Vicksburg is accurate and up-to-date. However, we do not guarantee the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of any content.
- Heart of Vicksburg is not liable for any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in the content published on the site, but we will make reasonable efforts to correct any inaccuracies when they are identified.
- We are not responsible for any downtime, interruptions, or issues beyond our control.
8. Privacy
- We respect your privacy. Our practices are outlined in our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your information. By using our site, you agree to the terms set forth in our Privacy Policy.
9. Limitation of Liability
- To the fullest extent permitted by law, Heart of Vicksburg is not liable for any damages arising from your use of the site, including but not limited to indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages.
10. Governing Law
- These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States of America, and the rights and obligations of the parties will be governed by those laws, including the First Amendment’s protections related to freedom of the press.
11. Modification of Terms
- Heart of Vicksburg reserves the right to modify, update, or change these Terms at any time. We will post the revised Terms on our website with an updated effective date. By continuing to use our website after any changes are made, you agree to be bound by the revised Terms.
12. Contact Information
- If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms of Service or anything related to your use of the website, please contact us at [email protected].
Final Notes:
- User Responsibility: By using the website, users accept responsibility for their own actions and agree to comply with the Terms.
- Review and Agreement: Users should review these Terms periodically to stay informed about any updates or changes.
