TERMS OF USE

Last Updated: February 6, 2026

Welcome to Europath.News. These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Europath.News website (europath.news) and related services (collectively, the "Service"). By accessing or using our Service, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

PLEASE READ THESE TERMS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING OUR SERVICE. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THESE TERMS, YOU MAY NOT ACCESS OR USE THE SERVICE.

1. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

1.1 Agreement to Terms
By accessing, browsing, or using europath.news, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference.

1.2 Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of material changes by:
- Posting the updated Terms on our website
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Sending email notifications to registered users

Your continued use of the Service after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

1.3 Additional Terms
Certain features of the Service may be subject to additional terms and conditions, which will be presented to you at the time you access those features.

2. ELIGIBILITY

2.1 Age Requirement
You must be at least 16 years old to use this Service. If you are under 16, you may only use the Service with the involvement and consent of a parent or legal guardian.

2.2 Legal Capacity
You represent and warrant that you have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms and comply with their provisions.

2.3 Prohibited Users
You may not use the Service if:
- You have been previously banned from the Service
- You are prohibited by law from accessing the Service
- Your account has been terminated for violation of these Terms

3. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICE

3.1 News and Content
Europath.News provides:
- Breaking news and articles about European affairs
- Political, business, economic, and cultural coverage
- Technology, sports, entertainment, and lifestyle content
- Commentary and analysis
- Multimedia content (images, videos)

3.2 Service Availability
We strive to provide uninterrupted access to the Service, but we do not guarantee that:
- The Service will be available at all times
- The Service will be error-free or uninterrupted
- Defects will be corrected
- The Service is free from viruses or harmful components

3.3 Service Modifications
We reserve the right to:
- Modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Service
- Impose limits on certain features
- Restrict access to parts or all of the Service

4. USER ACCOUNTS

4.1 Account Creation
To access certain features, you may need to create an account. You agree to:
- Provide accurate and complete information
- Maintain and update your information
- Keep your password secure and confidential
- Notify us immediately of unauthorized use
- Be responsible for all activities under your account

4.2 Account Security
You are solely responsible for:
- Maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
- All activities that occur under your account
- Any actions taken using your account

We are not liable for any loss or damage arising from unauthorized use of your account.

4.3 Account Termination
We reserve the right to:
- Suspend or terminate your account at any time
- Refuse service to anyone for any reason
- Remove or modify content at our discretion

You may terminate your account at any time by contacting us at info@europath.news.

5. USER CONTENT AND CONDUCT

5.1 User-Generated Content
You may be able to submit content, including:
- Comments
- Reviews
- Photos
- Videos
- Other materials

5.2 Content License
By submitting content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, transferable license to:
- Use, reproduce, modify, and distribute your content
- Display your content on the Service
- Create derivative works
- Sublicense your content to third parties

5.3 Content Ownership
You retain ownership of your content, but you grant us the rights described above.

5.4 Content Standards
You agree that your content will not:
- Violate any laws or regulations
- Infringe on intellectual property rights
- Contain false or misleading information
- Be defamatory, obscene, or offensive
- Promote violence, discrimination, or hatred
- Contain malware or harmful code
- Violate privacy rights
- Constitute spam or unauthorized advertising
- Impersonate others

5.5 Prohibited Conduct
You agree NOT to:
- Violate any applicable laws or regulations
- Infringe on intellectual property rights
- Transmit harmful code (viruses, malware, etc.)
- Interfere with the Service's operation
- Access the Service through automated means (bots, scrapers)
- Collect user information without consent
- Engage in fraudulent or deceptive practices
- Harass, threaten, or abuse other users
- Bypass security measures
- Reverse engineer the Service
- Use the Service for commercial purposes without authorization

5.6 Content Monitoring and Removal
We reserve the right to:
- Monitor user content
- Remove content that violates these Terms
- Take action against violating users
- Report illegal activity to authorities

We are not obligated to monitor content but may do so at our discretion.

6. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

6.1 Our Content
All content on europath.news, including:
- Articles and news stories
- Text, graphics, logos, images
- Videos and audio
- Software and code
- Design and layout
- Trademarks and branding

is owned by Europath.News or our licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

6.2 Limited License
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to:
- Access and view content for personal, non-commercial use
- Share content through social media features
- Print content for personal use

6.3 Restrictions
You may NOT:
- Reproduce content without permission
- Modify or create derivative works
- Distribute content commercially
- Remove copyright notices
- Use content in a misleading manner
- Frame or embed our content without permission

6.4 Trademarks
"Europath.News" and related logos are trademarks of Europath.News. You may not use our trademarks without prior written permission.

6.5 DMCA Policy
We respect intellectual property rights. If you believe content infringes your copyright, please contact us with:
- Description of the copyrighted work
- Location of the infringing material
- Your contact information
- A statement of good faith belief
- A statement of accuracy under penalty of perjury
- Physical or electronic signature

Contact for copyright claims: info@europath.news

7. THIRD-PARTY CONTENT AND LINKS

7.1 Third-Party Links
The Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We do not:
- Endorse third-party content
- Control third-party websites
- Assume responsibility for third-party content
- Make warranties about third-party services

7.2 External Content
We may display content from third-party sources. Such content is:
- The responsibility of the original source
- Not endorsed by us unless explicitly stated
- Subject to the third party's terms and policies

7.3 User Responsibility
You access third-party links and content at your own risk. We recommend reviewing their terms and privacy policies.

8. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES

8.1 "AS IS" Service
THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

- Warranties of merchantability
- Fitness for a particular purpose
- Non-infringement
- Accuracy or reliability of content
- Uninterrupted or error-free operation
- Security or freedom from viruses

8.2 Content Accuracy
While we strive for accuracy, we do not warrant that:
- Content is accurate, complete, or current
- Content is free from errors or omissions
- Content is suitable for your purposes

8.3 No Professional Advice
Content on the Service is for informational purposes only and does not constitute:
- Legal advice
- Financial advice
- Medical advice
- Professional consultation

Always seek professional advice for specific situations.

9. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

9.1 Exclusion of Damages
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, EUROPATH.NEWS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

- Indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
- Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
- Personal injury or property damage
- Damages resulting from your use of the Service
- Damages from unauthorized access to your account
- Damages from errors, omissions, or interruptions
- Damages from third-party content or services

9.2 Liability Cap
Our total liability to you for any claims shall not exceed:
- The amount you paid to us in the 12 months prior to the claim, or
- €100 (whichever is greater)

9.3 Essential Purpose
Some jurisdictions do not allow exclusion of certain warranties or limitation of liability. In such jurisdictions, our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

10. INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Europath.News, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, and licensors from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

- Your use of the Service
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your content or conduct
- Your violation of any laws or rights of third parties

We reserve the right to assume exclusive defense and control of any matter subject to indemnification.

11. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

11.1 Informal Resolution
Before filing any legal action, you agree to first contact us at info@europath.news to attempt to resolve the dispute informally.

11.2 Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Poland, without regard to conflict of law principles.

11.3 Jurisdiction
Any legal action or proceeding arising from these Terms shall be brought exclusively in the courts of Warsaw, Poland.

11.4 Arbitration (Optional)
If both parties agree, disputes may be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of [specify arbitration body].

11.5 Class Action Waiver
You agree to bring claims only in your individual capacity and not as a class member or representative in any class or representative action.

11.6 Time Limitation
Any claim must be filed within one (1) year after the claim arises, or it will be permanently barred.

12. EUROPEAN UNION RIGHTS

12.1 EU Consumer Rights
If you are a consumer in the European Union, you have certain rights under EU consumer protection laws:

- Right to a 14-day cooling-off period (for paid services)
- Right to receive information in clear language
- Protection against unfair contract terms
- Right to effective remedies

12.2 Unfair Terms
Any provision deemed unfair or unenforceable under EU law shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable.

12.3 Online Dispute Resolution
EU residents may use the European Commission's Online Dispute Resolution platform:
https://ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr/

13. PRIVACY AND DATA PROTECTION

13.1 Privacy Policy
Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using the Service, you agree to our Privacy Policy.

13.2 GDPR Compliance
We comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for users in the European Union.

13.3 Data Processing
We process your personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws. See our Privacy Policy for details.

14. TERMINATION

14.1 Termination by Us
We may terminate or suspend your access immediately, without notice, for:
- Violation of these Terms
- Fraudulent or illegal activity
- Behavior that harms or could harm the Service or other users
- Any reason at our sole discretion

14.2 Termination by You
You may stop using the Service at any time. To delete your account, contact us at info@europath.news.

14.3 Effect of Termination
Upon termination:
- Your right to use the Service ceases immediately
- We may delete your account and content
- Provisions that should survive termination will remain in effect (including disclaimers, limitations of liability, and indemnification)

15. GENERAL PROVISIONS

15.1 Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Europath.News.

15.2 Severability
If any provision is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

15.3 Waiver
Our failure to enforce any right or provision does not constitute a waiver of that right or provision.

15.4 Assignment
You may not assign or transfer your rights under these Terms. We may assign our rights without restriction.

15.5 No Agency
These Terms do not create any partnership, joint venture, employment, or agency relationship.

15.6 Force Majeure
We are not liable for delays or failures due to causes beyond our reasonable control (natural disasters, war, labor disputes, etc.).

15.7 Headings
Section headings are for convenience only and do not affect interpretation.

15.8 Language
These Terms are written in English. Translations may be provided for convenience, but the English version shall prevail in case of conflict.

16. NOTICES

16.1 Notice to You
We may provide notices by:
- Posting on the website
- Email to your registered address
- Physical mail to your address on file

16.2 Notice to Us
You may contact us at:

Europath.News
Email: info@europath.news
Phone: +48 736335936
Address: Poland, Warsaw

17. ACCESSIBILITY

We strive to make our Service accessible to users with disabilities. If you encounter accessibility barriers, please contact us.

18. FEEDBACK

We welcome your feedback and suggestions. By submitting feedback, you grant us the right to use it without compensation or attribution.

19. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS

You agree to comply with all applicable local, national, and international laws when using the Service.

20. SURVIVAL

Provisions that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including:
- Intellectual property rights
- Disclaimers
- Limitations of liability
- Indemnification
- Dispute resolution

21. CONTACT INFORMATION

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us:

Europath.News
Email: info@europath.news
Phone: +48 736335936
Address: Poland, Warsaw

Legal Department:
Email: legal@europath.news

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