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Welcome to Entrepreneur Insider (“we,” “our,” or “us”). These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website www.entrepreneurinsider.co (the “Site”) and its services. By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use the Site.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using the Site, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms, as well as our Privacy Policy [link to Privacy Policy]. We may update these Terms from time to time, and your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of any changes.

2. Use of the Site

  • Eligibility: You must be at least 13 years old to use the Site. By using the Site, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement.
  • Account Registration: To access certain features, you may need to register for an account. You agree to provide accurate and complete information during the registration process and to keep your account information updated.
  • Account Security: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.

3. User Responsibilities

  • Prohibited Conduct: You agree not to engage in any of the following prohibited activities:
    • Using the Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable laws or regulations.
    • Posting, transmitting, or distributing any content that is illegal, defamatory, obscene, or otherwise objectionable.
    • Impersonating any person or entity or falsely stating or misrepresenting your affiliation with any person or entity.
    • Attempting to interfere with the operation of the Site or its services, including hacking or introducing malware.
  • Content Submission: If you submit content to the Site, including but not limited to text, images, videos, articles, or other materials (“User Content”), you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, and display such content. You represent and warrant that you have all necessary rights to grant this license and that your User Content does not infringe any third-party rights.

4. Contributions from Journalists and Other Contributors

  • Content Ownership: Contributors, including entrepreneurs of all scales, incubators, investors, VCs, innovative leaders, C-level executives, and thought leaders, retain ownership of their contributions but grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, and display their contributions on the Site and through other media.
  • Submission Review: All contributions are subject to review by our editorial team. We reserve the right to edit or reject any submissions at our sole discretion. Submissions must comply with our content guidelines [link to guidelines] and these Terms.
  • No Compensation: Unless otherwise agreed upon, contributors will not receive compensation for their submissions.
  • Exclusivity: Content published on our Site is for exclusive use on our Site and approved media channels. Contributors and journalists may not reproduce, distribute, or otherwise use published content on other media, blog, or article sites without our explicit prior written permission. Unauthorized use may result in immediate access restrictions and legal actions.

5. Restrictions on Use of Published Data

  • Exclusive Use: All published content, including articles, interviews, and any other materials, is exclusively for our Site and approved media channels. Contributors may not use or disseminate published content on other platforms without explicit prior written consent.
  • Enforcement: Unauthorized reproduction or distribution of published content will result in immediate access restrictions and legal actions to protect our intellectual property and rights.

6. Intellectual Property

  • Ownership: All content and materials on the Site, including text, graphics, logos, and software, are the property of entreprenuerinsider.co or its licensors and are protected by intellectual property laws.
  • Limited License: We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, and revocable license to access and use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works of any content without our prior written consent.

7. Data Collection and Publication

  • Categories: We collect and publish data from various categories, including but not limited to entrepreneurs, incubators, investors, VCs, innovative leaders, C-level executives, and thought leaders. This data is used to enhance the visibility and engagement of our community members.
  • Data Usage: By contributing to the Site, you consent to the collection, publication, and use of your data as described in our Privacy Policy. You acknowledge that your data may be shared with other members and used for community-building and promotional purposes.

8. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

  • No Warranty: The Site and its services are provided “as is” and “as available” without any warranties of any kind, whether express or implied. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the Site’s content.
  • Limitation of Liability: To the fullest extent permitted by law, entreprenuerinsider.co and its affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of the Site.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless entreprenuerinsider.co, its affiliates, and their respective officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or in connection with your use of the Site, your violation of these Terms, or your infringement of any third-party rights.

10. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Site at our sole discretion, with or without cause, and with or without notice, if we believe you have violated these Terms or engaged in any conduct that we deem inappropriate.

11. Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by entreprenuerinsider.co. We are not responsible for the content or practices of any third parties. You should review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

12. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of “United States”, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising under or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in “Your Jurisdiction”.

13. General Provisions

  • Severability: If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
  • Entire Agreement: These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and “Entrepreneur Insider” regarding your use of the Site and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.
  • No Waiver: Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not be deemed a waiver of such right or provision.

14. Data Protection and Privacy

For information on how we handle your personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy [link to Privacy Policy]. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled securely and in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

15. User Rights and Content Removal

  • Rights to Content: Users and contributors have the right to request the removal or deletion of their content from the Site. Requests should be directed to legal@entrepreneurinsider.co.
  • Content Removal: We reserve the right to remove or modify any content submitted to the Site, including User Content and contributions, at our sole discretion and without notice.

16. Data Breach Notification

In the unlikely event of a data breach affecting your personal information, we will notify you and the relevant authorities as required by applicable laws. We will take appropriate steps to mitigate any potential harm.

17. Additional Obligations for Contributors and Journalists

  • Confidentiality: Contributors and journalists are prohibited from sharing or using unpublished or confidential content outside of the Site without our explicit permission. Any unauthorized use of such content may result in immediate suspension of access and potential legal action.
  • Attribution: When using published content from our Site, proper attribution to entreprenuerinsider.co must be provided as specified by our editorial team. Failure to provide appropriate attribution may lead to legal consequences.

18. Content Moderation

  • Moderation Policy: We reserve the right to review, moderate, and remove any content submitted to the Site at our discretion. This includes content that violates these Terms, infringes on intellectual property rights, or is deemed inappropriate for the community.
  • Reporting Violations: Users can report any violations of these Terms or inappropriate content by contacting us at report.abuse@entrepreneurinsider.co. We will review and address such reports in accordance with our moderation policies.

19. User-Generated Content

  • Content Ownership and License: Users retain ownership of their User-Generated Content but grant Entrepreneur Insider a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, and display such content on the Site and through other media.
  • Content Responsibility: Users are solely responsible for the content they submit. We do not endorse or guarantee the accuracy, integrity, or quality of User-Generated Content and are not liable for any content provided by users.

20. Changes to Terms and Services

  • Modifications: We reserve the right to modify or update these Terms at any time. Changes will be posted on the Site, and continued use of the Site following the posting of changes constitutes acceptance of those changes.
  • Service Changes: We may also update or change the features and functionalities of the Site or its services without prior notice. We are not liable for any modifications, suspensions, or discontinuations of services.

21. User Feedback

Any feedback, comments, or suggestions you provide regarding the Site or its services will be considered non-confidential and non-proprietary. We may use such feedback for any purpose without compensation to you.

22. Dispute Resolution

  • Arbitration: Any disputes or claims arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Site shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the [Arbitration Association]. The arbitration will be conducted in [Your Location], and the arbitration decision shall be final and binding.
  • Class Action Waiver: You agree that any dispute resolution will be conducted on an individual basis and not as a class, consolidated, or representative action.

23. Force Majeure

We are not liable for any failure or delay in performing our obligations under these Terms due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, acts of war, terrorism, or other unforeseen events.

24. Links to Other Sites

The Site may contain links to third-party websites that are not owned or controlled by Entrepreneur Insider. We do not endorse or take responsibility for the content or practices of any third-party sites. Your use of third-party sites is at your own risk and subject to their terms and privacy policies.

25. Accessibility

We are committed to making our Site accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. If you encounter any issues accessing the Site or need assistance, please contact us at support@entrepreneurinsider.co.

26. Compliance with Laws

You agree to comply with all applicable local, state, and national laws and regulations while using the Site. This includes compliance with data protection and privacy laws.

27. Entrepreneur Insider and Disrupt Ventures

Entrepreneur Insider is a subsidiary of “Disrupt Ventures”. All content and services provided through Entrepreneur Insider are managed and operated under the guidance of Disrupt Ventures.

28. User Conduct

Users are expected to interact respectfully and professionally within the Site’s community. Harassment, abuse, or other disruptive behavior is not tolerated and may result in suspension or termination of access.

29. Data Retention

We may retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in our Privacy Policy and to comply with legal obligations.

30. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms or your use of the Site, please contact us at:

Email: support@entrepreneurinsider.co