Riverside Today - Terms of Service

**Effective Date:** 11/2/24

Welcome to your community news website. By accessing and using this website, you agree to the following terms and conditions.

**1. Acknowledgment of Local Content Search** 

By accessing and using this website, users acknowledge and agree that their use of the site constitutes an intentional search for local, community-based news and content. Users understand that the primary purpose of this website is to aggregate and present local news and other community-related information specific to the community served by this website.. By visiting the site, users are actively seeking content relevant to this community.

**2. Fair Use Notice** 

The content presented on this site is intended solely for informational and non-commercial purposes. All news snippets, headlines, and summaries are used in accordance with fair use guidelines, intended to provide a unified view of relevant local information. The website aggregates and displays brief snippets with clear attribution to and linking to the original sources, respecting copyright laws and intellectual property rights. This usage aligns with the principles of fair use under U.S. copyright law, as it supports transformative, non-commercial reporting and aggregation of publicly available news for community information.

**3. Content Ownership and Copyright** 

All content aggregated and presented on this site, including news snippets, headlines, and summaries, belongs to the original publishers and sources. This website does not claim ownership of the aggregated content but provides it solely for informational purposes in a manner consistent with fair use and relevant copyright laws. Users are encouraged to visit the original sources through the provided links for full articles and additional information.

**4. User Responsibility and Conduct** 

Users agree to use the site responsibly and for lawful purposes only. Any reproduction, modification, distribution, or commercial use of the aggregated content without permission from the original content owners is prohibited. Users are responsible for ensuring that their use of the website and its content complies with all applicable laws and regulations.

**5. Disclaimer of Liability** 

This website makes no warranties, expressed or implied, regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the aggregated content. Users acknowledge that the information is provided "as is" and agree that the website, its owners, and its contributors shall not be liable for any damages arising from the use of the content. We disclaim liability for any actions taken in reliance on this information and are not responsible for any errors or omissions.

**6. External Links and Third-Party Content** 

This website provides links to third-party websites and content solely for informational purposes. We do not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for the content of these external sites. Users are advised to review the terms and privacy policies of third-party websites when accessing them. The inclusion of these links does not imply endorsement of the linked websites or any association with their operators.

**7. Changes to Terms of Service** 

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Users are encouraged to review this document periodically for updates. Continued use of the website after modifications constitutes acceptance of any changes.

**8. Governing Law** 

These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your Jurisdiction], without regard to its conflict of law principles. Users agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located within [Your Jurisdiction] to resolve any legal matters arising from these terms.

**9. Contact Information** 

For any questions or concerns regarding these Terms of Service or the use of this website, users may contact us at Riverside.Today.

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**Last Updated:** 11/9/2024