Terms and Conditions of Use
These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of the website (“Website”) operated by Samoa Newshub (“Company”). By accessing or using the Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please do not use the Website.
Intellectual Property: The Content displayed on the Site, including but not limited to news, real-time or other information, text, materials, graphics, software, tools, results derived from the use of software and tools, advertisements, names, logos, and trademarks, are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws, unless expressly indicated otherwise on the Site. The ownership, title, and interest in and to the Content are held by us or the party credited as the provider of the Content, either through ownership, licensing, or control.
User Content: You may have the opportunity to submit comments, feedback, or other content (“User Content”) on the Website. By submitting User Content, you grant the Company a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, and worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, and display your User Content for any purpose.
You represent and warrant that your User Content does not violate any third-party rights, including copyright, trademark, privacy, publicity, or other proprietary rights, and that you have all necessary permissions and consents to submit the User Content.
The Company reserves the right to remove or modify any User Content that it deems inappropriate, offensive, or in violation of these Terms without prior notice.
Prohibited Conduct You agree not to engage in any of the following prohibited conduct:
- Violating any applicable laws, regulations, or third-party rights;
- Impersonating any person or entity or misrepresenting your affiliation with any person or entity;
- Accessing or using the Website for any unauthorized purpose or in a manner that may damage, disable, overburden, or impair the Website or its servers;
- Uploading or transmitting any viruses, malware, or harmful code;
- Interfering with the proper functioning of the Website or attempting to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Website or its systems;
- Engaging in any activity that could compromise the security or integrity of the Website or its users’ information.
Content Accuracy Disclaimer: Some of the content on the Site are sourced from believed-to-be accurate and current sources, but we do not provide any warranty regarding reliability, accuracy, or completeness. We do not warrant uninterrupted or error-free access to the Site or Content. We, our Content suppliers, and our respective officers, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any loss or damages arising from the Content or any omissions from the Content, whether in negligence or otherwise.
The Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 does not apply to services acquired for business purposes on or through the Site.
Liability for breach of implied warranties or conditions, which cannot be excluded, is limited at the relevant party’s option to either: the supply of goods or services again, or the payment of the cost of having goods or services supplied again.
Links to Third-Party Websites: The Website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by the Company. The Company does not endorse or assume any responsibility for the content, privacy practices, or actions of these third-party websites or services. You acknowledge and agree that the Company is not responsible or liable for any damages or losses arising from your use of or reliance on any third-party websites or services.
Affiliate Ads: Our website may display affiliate advertisements or links, which means that we may earn a commission if users click on those ads or make a purchase through those links. These ads are provided by third-party advertisers and are not controlled or endorsed by us. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content or offers presented in these affiliate ads. Users are solely responsible for their interactions with these third-party advertisers and should review their own terms and conditions and privacy policies. We do not have any control over the content or policies of these affiliate ads, and we are not responsible for any damages or losses incurred as a result of users’ interactions with these ads or third-party advertisers. By using our website, users acknowledge and agree that we may display affiliate ads and that their interactions with these ads are at their own risk.
Advertisements: Our website may display third-party advertisements, which may include sponsored content, paid promotions, or other types of advertisements. These advertisements are provided by third-party advertisers and are not controlled or endorsed by us. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content or offers presented in these advertisements. Users are solely responsible for their interactions with these third-party advertisers and should review their own terms and conditions and privacy policies. We do not have any control over the content or policies of these advertisements, and we are not responsible for any damages or losses incurred as a result of users’ interactions with these advertisements or third-party advertisers. By using our website, users acknowledge and agree that we may display advertisements and that their interactions with these advertisements are at their own risk.
Google AdSense: Our website may participate in the Google AdSense program, which allows third-party advertisements to be displayed on our website. Google AdSense uses cookies to serve ads based on users’ interests and browsing behaviour. These cookies may collect information such as the user’s IP address, browser type, and website activity. This information is used to personalize the ads that are displayed to users and to measure the effectiveness of the ads. Google AdSense may also use web beacons or other technologies to collect information for ad personalization. Users can opt out of personalized ads by visiting Google’s Ads Settings at https://adssettings.google.com. Please note that opting out of personalized ads does not mean that users will no longer see ads, but rather that the ads displayed may be less relevant to users’ interests. By using our website, users acknowledge and agree to the use of cookies and other technologies by Google AdSense for the purposes described above.
Google Analytics: Our website uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google Inc. (“Google”). Google Analytics uses cookies, which are text files placed on users’ computers, to help analyze how users interact with our website. The information generated by the cookie about users’ use of the website, including their IP address, may be transmitted to and stored by Google on servers located in the United States or other countries. Google may use this information to evaluate users’ use of the website, compile reports on website activity for website operators, and provide other services related to website activity and internet usage. Google may also transfer this information to third parties where required to do so by law, or where such third parties process the information on Google’s behalf. Users can opt-out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available at https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout. By using our website, users consent to the processing of their data by Google in the manner and for the purposes set out above.
Privacy Policy: Your use of the Website is subject to the Company’s Privacy Policy, which is available at https://samoanewshub.com/privacy-policy. By using the Website, you consent to the collection, use, and storage of your information as described in the Privacy Policy.
Termination: The Company may terminate or suspend your access to the Website, in whole or in part, for any reason, without prior notice or liability. Upon termination, these Terms will continue to apply to your past use of the Website.
Limitation of Liability TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL THE COMPANY, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, OR AFFILIATES BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF DATA, LOSS OF USE, OR LOSS OF GOODWILL, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH YOUR USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE WEBSITE, WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY, OR OTHERWISE, EVEN IF THE COMPANY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
Indemnification You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Company, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from or related to your use of the Website, your User Content, or your violation of these Terms or any applicable laws, regulations, or third-party rights.
Changes to the Terms The Company reserves the right to modify or update these Terms at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the Website after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.
Governing Law and Jurisdiction These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New Zealand, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any dispute arising out of or in connection with these Terms or your use of the Website shall be resolved exclusively in the courts of New Zealand.
Entire Agreement These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and the Company regarding your use of the Website and supersede all prior and contemporaneous agreements, understandings, and communications, whether oral or written, relating to the subject matter of these Terms.
Severability If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect to the fullest extent permitted by law.
Waiver The failure of the Company to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of that right or provision.
Contact Information If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us at [email protected].
By using the Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions.