Effective Date: October 1, 2025
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using any services provided by Diplomatica Global Media, including affiliated websites, newsletters, and social media channels, you acknowledge and agree to be legally bound by these Terms of Service, our Privacy Policy, and any supplemental guidelines or notices referenced herein.
We are committed to safeguarding user privacy, maintaining legal compliance across jurisdictions, and upholding the highest standards of transparency. These Terms may be amended periodically; continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of any changes.
For inquiries, please contact us directly. For more information about how we report, please see our Editorial Independence Policy.
2. Scope of Services
Diplomatica Global Media provides independent journalism, multimedia content, and editorial features through digital platforms. Our offerings include original reporting, commentary, newsletters, event coverage, and select affiliate and sponsored materials.
Permissible Use Includes:
- Personal access to articles, archives, images, and digital editions for non-commercial use
- Public sharing of article links with proper attribution and non-commercial intent
Strictly Prohibited Uses Include:
- Republishing, framing, or scraping content without prior authorization
- Submitting false, defamatory, or AI-generated disinformation
- Disrupting editorial workflows, IT systems, or staff through malicious activity or cyberattacks
- Circumventing access controls, paywalls, trial periods, or promotional pricing
- Reproducing, distributing, or reselling digital products or downloads without explicit prior written consent
3. Contributor & User-Generated Content
We may feature content submitted by freelance contributors and members of the public. By submitting materials, you affirm that your content is original, lawful, and adheres to journalistic standards.
All contributors grant Diplomatica Global Media a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide, perpetual license to reproduce, publish, adapt, and distribute such content across platforms. Editorial review is conducted prior to publication, but final discretion rests with our editorial team.
4. Editorial Standards & Ethics
Diplomatica Global Media adheres to the ethical principles outlined by the Society of Professional Journalists’ Code of Ethics. We rigorously fact-check, transparently label opinion content, disclose relevant affiliations, and promptly issue corrections when warranted. We reject any “pay-to-publish” schemes and avoid real or perceived conflicts of interest.
5. Intellectual Property
All content—including articles, multimedia, design elements, branding assets, and proprietary software—is protected under applicable intellectual property laws. No content may be reproduced, modified, distributed, or exploited commercially without explicit written permission from the publisher.
6. Sponsored Content & Advertising
We accept advertising and sponsored content to support our operations. All such material is clearly labeled and is independent of our editorial decision-making. We do not endorse third-party products or services unless expressly stated. Responsibility for third-party content lies with its respective creator or advertiser.
7. Subscription Services & Billing Policies
We may offer certain features and premium content that require a paid subscription. Payments are processed securely via approved gateways and are generally non-refundable. Users are responsible for maintaining accurate billing information to ensure uninterrupted access. Any free trial must be canceled before its renewal date to avoid automatic charges.
8. Accuracy & Corrections
We are committed to delivering accurate, timely, and balanced journalism. Should factual errors occur, we will correct them promptly and transparently. We welcome feedback and correction requests via our contact page.
9. Legal Disclaimers
All content is provided “as is” and without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied. We make no representations as to the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content. We disclaim liability for third-party content or user interactions conducted through our platforms.
10. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Diplomatica Global Media shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or special damages, including loss of data or business interruption. Where limitation is not enforceable, liability is capped at the total amount paid by the user (if any) within the previous 12 months.
11. Account Termination & Access Restrictions
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate user accounts and restrict access to our services in cases of Terms violations, impersonation, illegal activity, or behavior deemed abusive or harmful to our platform, staff, or journalistic mission.
12. Privacy & Data Usage
Our Privacy Policy governs how we collect, use, and protect your personal data. While we implement industry-standard security measures, we cannot guarantee absolute protection against unauthorized access. Continued use of our services constitutes your agreement to the practices outlined in our Privacy Policy.
13. Governing Law
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the District of Columbia, United States, without regard to conflict-of-law provisions. All legal proceedings must be brought exclusively within courts located in the District of Columbia, to which you hereby submit jurisdiction.
14. Dispute Resolution & Arbitration
We encourage resolution of disputes through informal dialogue. In the event that a dispute cannot be resolved amicably, both parties agree to submit to binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association. Arbitration will be conducted in the District of Columbia. Each party shall bear its own legal costs unless otherwise awarded by the arbitrator.