Terms of Use

Last Updated: 2025-17-10

Welcome to The Valley’s Dismal Freedom Press (“Dismal Freedom Press,” “we,” “us,” “our”). These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of dismalfreedompress.org and any related sites, emails, or services (collectively, the “Site”). By using the Site, you agree to these Terms.

1. Acceptable Use

• Use the Site only for lawful purposes and in compliance with these Terms and applicable laws.
• Do not interfere with or disrupt the Site, attempt unauthorized access, or use automated scraping without written consent.

2. Intellectual Property

Content on the Site (text, images, video, graphics, software, design) is owned by us or our licensors and protected by law. You may not reproduce, distribute, publicly display, or create derivative works except as permitted by fair use or with our written permission.

3. User Submissions

When you submit content (comments, tips, documents), you represent you have rights to share it and it does not infringe others’ rights. You grant us a nonexclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, publish, translate, and distribute that content in connection with the Site and our journalism.

4. No Professional Advice

Site content is for general information. It is not legal, financial, medical, or professional advice.

5. Disclaimers; Limitation of Liability

The Site is provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind. To the maximum extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties and are not liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages. Our total liability will not exceed the amount you paid (if any) to access the Site.

6. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Dismal Freedom Press, its officers, employees, and agents from claims arising out of your use of the Site or violation of these Terms.

7. Third-Party Links and Services

The Site may link to third-party sites or services. We are not responsible for their content, policies, or practices.

8. Modifications

We may update these Terms at any time. Continued use after changes means you accept the updated Terms.

9. Governing Law; Venue

These Terms are governed by California law. Exclusive jurisdiction and venue lie in state or federal courts located in San Joaquin County, California.

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