Terms of Service

Last Updated: December 1, 2023

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using the ZenithChro Media website, mobile applications, or any related services (collectively, the "Services"), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy.

2. Service Description

ZenithChro Media provides digital news content, including articles, features, analysis, and multimedia content related to Canadian news and social stories. Our Services include:

• Daily news articles and updates
• Special feature stories and analysis
• Community event coverage
• Multimedia content including photos and videos
• Newsletter subscriptions
• Mobile application services

3. User Accounts

Account Creation

To access certain features of our Services, you may be required to create an account. You agree to:

• Provide accurate, current, and complete information
• Maintain and promptly update your account information
• Maintain the security of your password
• Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use

Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at our sole discretion if we believe you have violated these Terms of Service or applicable laws.

4. Subscription Terms

Billing and Payments

For paid subscription services:

• Fees are billed in advance on a recurring basis
• All fees are in Canadian dollars (CAD)
• Taxes may be added where applicable
• Payment is non-refundable except as required by law
• We may change subscription fees with 30 days' notice

Cancellation Policy

You may cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings. Cancellation will take effect at the end of your current billing cycle.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

All content available through our Services, including text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, video clips, and software, is the property of ZenithChro Media or our content suppliers and is protected by Canadian and international copyright laws.

Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our Services for personal, non-commercial purposes. This license does not include:

• Resale or commercial use of our content
• Distribution, public performance, or display of content
• Modifying or making derivative works of our content
• Using data mining, robots, or similar data gathering tools
• Downloading (other than page caching) of any portion of our content

6. User Conduct and Responsibilities

You agree not to use our Services to:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Infringe upon the rights of others
• Submit false or misleading information
• Transmit viruses or malicious code
• Interfere with or disrupt our Services
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Harass, abuse, or harm another person
• Engage in any fraudulent activity

7. Third-Party Content and Links

Our Services may include content from third parties and links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for:

• The accuracy or reliability of third-party content
• The content or practices of third-party websites
• Any loss or damage resulting from third-party content
• Any transactions between you and third parties

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

Our Services are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, including:

• That our Services will be uninterrupted or error-free
• That defects will be corrected
• That our content is accurate, complete, or reliable
• That our Services are free of viruses or harmful components
• Regarding the quality of any products or information obtained through our Services

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, ZenithChro Media shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including:

• Loss of profits, data, or use
• Business interruption
• Personal injury or property damage
• Claims of third parties
• Any other commercial damages or losses

Our total cumulative liability shall not exceed the amount you paid to us in the past six months for the Services giving rise to the claim.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ZenithChro Media and our officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses arising from:

• Your use of our Services
• Your violation of these Terms of Service
• Your violation of any rights of another party
• Your violation of any applicable laws

11. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to our Services immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including if you breach these Terms of Service. Upon termination, your right to use our Services will cease immediately.

12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Province of Ontario and the federal laws of Canada applicable therein. Any disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration in Toronto, Ontario, in accordance with the Arbitration Act (Ontario).

13. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. We will provide notice of material changes by posting the updated terms on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our Services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

14. Contact Information

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms of Service is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that these Terms shall otherwise remain in full force and effect.

16. Entire Agreement

These Terms of Service, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published by us on our Services, constitute the entire agreement between you and ZenithChro Media regarding your use of our Services.