TERMS OF USE

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using News4Social.com (“Website”), operated by Guild King Pvt. Ltd. (“Company”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Website.

2. Description of Service

News4Social.com is a digital news and information platform that provides:

  1. Hindi news content focusing on Indian and international affairs
  2. Aggregated news from various sources, including news agencies, publishers, and verified content creators
  3. Original editorial content and analysis
  4. Educational and informational content across various topics

3. Content Sources and Attribution

3.1 Content Aggregation

  1. News4Social aggregates content from various legitimate sources, including news agencies, publishers, bloggers, and content creators
  2. We strive to provide proper attribution to original sources whenever possible
  3. All aggregated content is used for legitimate news reporting and educational purposes under fair use principles

3.2 Content Removal Policy

If you are a content owner (news agency, publisher, blogger, or content creator) and:

  • You do not want your content to appear on our website
  • You believe we have used your content improperly
  • You want to request the removal of your content

Please contact us officially at: Business@news4social.com

Requirements for content removal requests:

  1. Email must be sent from your official/verified email address
  2. Clearly identify the specific content you want removed (URLs, headlines, publication dates)
  3. Provide proof of ownership or authorization
  4. We will respond and take appropriate action within 48-72 hours

3.3 Copyright Compliance

  1. We respect intellectual property rights and operate under fair use guidelines
  2. Our use of content is for news reporting, criticism, and educational purposes
  3. We provide links back to original sources where applicable

4. User Eligibility

  1. You must be at least 13 years old to use our Service
  2. You represent that you have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement
  3. You agree to provide accurate information when creating an account or subscribing to our services

5. User Accounts and Registration

  1. Account Creation: Some features may require account registration
  2. Account Security: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials
  3. Account Termination: We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms

6. Acceptable Use Policy

You agree NOT to:

  1. Use the Service for illegal activities or to violate any laws
  2. Post or transmit harmful, threatening, abusive, defamatory, or false content
  3. Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or networks
  4. Use automated tools to scrape or extract content without permission
  5. Impersonate others or provide false information
  6. Interfere with the proper functioning of the Website
  7. Upload malicious software, viruses, or harmful code
  8. Spread misinformation or deliberately false news
  9. Violate any applicable news media ethics or journalistic standards

7. Editorial Standards and News Policy

7.1 Editorial Independence

  1. We maintain editorial independence in our news coverage
  2. Our editorial decisions are made based on news value and public interest
  3. We strive for accuracy, fairness, and balanced reporting

7.2 Corrections and Updates

  1. We are committed to correcting factual errors promptly
  2. Corrections will be clearly marked and dated
  3. Readers can report errors or inaccuracies to: Business@news4social.com

7.3 Transparency

  1. We clearly distinguish between news content, opinion pieces, and sponsored content
  2. All sponsored or promotional content is clearly labeled
  3. We maintain transparency about our funding sources and business relationships

8. Content and Intellectual Property

8.1 Our Content

  1. Original content created by News4Social is owned by Guild King Pvt. Ltd.
  2. Aggregated content remains the property of its original owners
  3. Our original commentary, analysis, and editorial content is protected by copyright

8.2 User-Generated Content

  1. Users may submit comments, tips, or content subject to our moderation
  2. By submitting content, you grant us a non-exclusive license to use, display, and distribute it
  3. You retain ownership of content you create, but must ensure it doesn’t violate these Terms
  4. We reserve the right to moderate, edit, or remove user content at our discretion

8.3 Fair Use and Attribution

  1. We operate under fair use principles for news reporting and commentary
  2. We provide attribution to original sources where required and appropriate
  3. Our use of content is for legitimate journalistic and educational purposes

9. Privacy and Data Protection

  1. Our Privacy Policy governs the collection and use of your personal information
  2. By using our Service, you consent to our data practices as described in our Privacy Policy
  3. We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information
  4. We comply with applicable data protection laws, including Indian privacy regulations

10. Third-Party Links and Sources

  1. Our Website contains links to third-party websites, news sources, and external content
  2. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or privacy policies of third-party sites
  3. Links to external sources do not constitute endorsement
  4. Your interaction with third-party services is governed by their terms and conditions

11. Disclaimers and Limitations

11.1 Content Accuracy

  1. While we strive for accuracy, we make no warranties about the completeness or reliability of all content
  2. News content is for informational purposes and may contain opinions or editorial perspectives
  3. We are not liable for decisions made based on information from our Website

11.2 Service Availability

  1. We aim for continuous service availability, but cannot guarantee uninterrupted access
  2. We may temporarily suspend the Service for maintenance, technical issues, or legal compliance

11.3 Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, GUILD KING PVT. LTD. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE OR RELIANCE ON CONTENT.

12. Advertising and Revenue

  1. Our Website displays advertisements and may feature sponsored content
  2. All sponsored content is clearly labeled as “Sponsored,” “Promoted,” or “Advertisement.”
  3. We maintain editorial independence from our advertisers
  4. Revenue from advertising and partnerships supports our journalism and operations
  5. We are not responsible for the content or claims made in third-party advertisements

13. Compliance with News Industry Standards

13.1 Google News Policy Compliance

  1. We comply with Google News Publisher Policies and quality guidelines
  2. We maintain transparency about authorship, publication dates, and contact information
  3. We follow Google’s technical and content requirements for news publishers

13.2 Journalistic Ethics

  1. We adhere to standard journalistic ethics, including accuracy, fairness, and accountability
  2. We respect privacy rights and avoid publishing personal information without consent
  3. We distinguish between news reporting and opinion content

13.3 Legal Compliance

  1. We comply with Indian media laws and regulations
  2. We respect court orders and legal restrictions on reporting
  3. We follow industry standards for responsible journalism

14. Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) and Content Removal

14.1 Copyright Infringement Claims

To report copyright infringement under DMCA, contact: Business@news4social.com

Include the following information:

  1. Description of the copyrighted work allegedly infringed
  2. Location of the allegedly infringing content on our Website
  3. Your contact information and electronic signature
  4. Statement of good faith belief that use is not authorized
  5. Statement that the information is accurate and that you are authorized to act

14.2 Content Owner Removal Requests

For content owners (publishers, agencies, bloggers) requesting content removal:

Email: Business@news4social.com
Subject: Content Removal Request – [Your Publication/Agency Name]

Include:

  1. Specific URLs and content to be removed
  2. Proof of ownership or authorization
  3. Reason for removal request
  4. Your official contact information

Response Time: We will respond within 48-72 hours and take appropriate action.

15. Termination

  1. You may stop using our Service at any time
  2. We may terminate or suspend your access for violations of these Terms
  3. We may remove content that violates these Terms or applicable laws
  4. Termination does not affect previously accrued rights or obligations

16. Modifications to Terms

  1. We may update these Terms periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements
  2. Material changes will be posted on our Website with an updated “Last Modified” date
  3. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of revised Terms
  4. We may notify users of significant changes via email or Website notices

17. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

  1. These Terms are governed by the laws of India
  2. Any disputes will be resolved in the courts of New Delhi, India
  3. We comply with Indian media laws, the IT Act 2000, and other applicable regulations
  4. If any provision is deemed invalid, the remaining provisions remain in effect

18. Contact Information

For all inquiries, content removal requests, and legal notices:

Guild King Pvt. Ltd.
Email: Business@news4social.com
Website: news4social.com

Content Removal/Copyright Issues: Business@news4social.com
Editorial Inquiries: Business@news4social.com
Technical Support: Business@news4social.com

19. Additional Provisions

19.1 Severability

If any part of these Terms is found unenforceable, the rest remains valid and enforceable.

19.2 Entire Agreement

These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Guild King Pvt. Ltd.

19.3 No Waiver

Our failure to enforce any provision doesn’t constitute a waiver of that provision.

19.4 Language

In case of any translation, the English version of these Terms shall prevail.

20. Multiple Publisher Coverage and News Aggregation

20.1 Industry Standard News Practices

  1. Simultaneous Coverage: In the news industry, it is common and legitimate for multiple publishers to cover the same news events, press releases, and public information
  2. Shared Sources: News organizations often report on the same events using similar publicly available sources, official statements, press releases, and factual information
  3. Public Domain Information: Facts, public statements, government announcements, and breaking news events are in the public domain and can be reported by multiple outlets

20.2 Our News Aggregation Policy (Google News Compliant)

  1. Legitimate News Aggregation: We operate as a news aggregator in compliance with Google News Publisher Policies
  2. Value Addition: We provide value through:
    • Translation (English to Hindi and vice versa)
    • Local context and analysis
    • Timely updates and breaking news alerts
    • Audience-specific presentation
  3. Source Attribution: We attribute sources where required and link back to original reporting when appropriate

20.3 Simultaneous Publishing Clarification

Important Notice for Copyright Claims:

  1. Industry Practice: Multiple news websites may publish similar content about the same news event within the same time frame
  2. Shared News Sources: When news breaks, multiple outlets may use the same:
    • Press releases from companies/government agencies
    • Official statements and announcements
    • Public domain information and facts
    • Wire service reports (PTI, ANI, Reuters, etc.)
  3. No Copyright Violation: Publishing similar content about the same news event does not constitute copyright infringement when:
    • The information is factual and in the public domain
    • Sources are publicly available
    • Content is independently created or properly attributed

20.4 Google News Policy Compliance Statement

As per Google News Publisher Policies:

  1. Original Reporting: We create original content and provide unique perspectives on news events
  2. Aggregation Standards: Our news aggregation follows industry standards and fair use principles
  3. Transparency: We maintain transparency about our sources and the content creation process
  4. Value Addition: We add value through local insights, translation, analysis, and timely updates

20.5 Fair Use and News Reporting Defense

  1. Journalistic Purpose: Our use of information is for legitimate news reporting and public interest
  2. Factual Reporting: We report facts, which cannot be copyrighted
  3. Timely Coverage: News reporting requires timely coverage of current events, which may result in similar coverage across multiple platforms
  4. Editorial Independence: We maintain editorial independence while covering widely reported news events

20.6 Resolution for Similar Content Issues

If concerns arise about similar content on multiple websites:

  1. Verification Process: We will verify the original source and timeline of publication
  2. Good Faith Cooperation: We cooperate with other legitimate news organizations to resolve any concerns
  3. Documentation: We maintain records of our content creation process and sources
  4. Industry Standards: We follow established news industry practices for content sharing and attribution

By using News4Social.com, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.

We are committed to responsible journalism, respect for intellectual property, and maintaining the trust of our readers and content partners.

Last Updated: 29 Oct 2025
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