Thank you for visiting HotDotNews (the “Site”). By visiting this Site and accessing any content or using any of the services, software, or products available through the Site, you agree to the following terms and conditions. This Site is an Internet property of HotDotNews Technologies and its affiliated companies (“HotDotNews”, “our”, “we”, or “us”). HotDotNews is granting you a limited right to access and view the content published and made available through the Site. The Privacy Policy and any other applicable operating rules, policies, and other supplemental terms are incorporated here by reference (collectively, the “Agreement”). Please review the terms carefully. You may not reproduce, modify, or re-distribute any content or materials from this Site without written authorization from HotDotNews.

Summary

If you are in a hurry, here is a brief overview of the important terms. Please note this summary does not include all terms:

• You are granted a limited, revocable, non-exclusive right and license to access and use the Site.
• You may not modify, reverse engineer, disassemble, decompile, or create derivative works of the Site.
• The Site and any content displayed are provided “as is” without any warranties or guarantees.
• HotDotNews may display third-party advertisements. HotDotNews is not liable for any loss resulting from dealings with such third parties.

1. Use of the Site

HotDotNews is granting you the right to access and use the Site provided that you are of legal age to form a binding contract. When accessing and using the Site, you agree to comply with local laws regarding online conduct and acceptable content. You are responsible for your conduct while using the Site, and understand that by accessing the Site, you may be exposed to content you find offensive. Use the Site at your own risk.

2. Site Availability

HotDotNews strives to ensure that the Site is available 24/7, but there may be interruptions for maintenance, upgrades, or due to telecommunications issues beyond our control. HotDotNews is not responsible for any loss or damage from content unavailability or modifications to the Site.

3. Privacy Policy

By accessing the Site, you acknowledge that HotDotNews may access and disclose your personal information in accordance with applicable law and as necessary to enforce this Agreement. More information can be found in our Privacy Policy.

4. Copyright Restriction

All content on the Site is copyrighted material or proprietary content owned by HotDotNews or third-party licensors. You may not reproduce, reverse engineer, or create derivative works based on this content without permission.

5. Default Search

HotDotNews default search is powered by select search partners. Some of the revenue generated from searches supports HotDotNews.

6. Advertising and Links

HotDotNews may display advertisements from third-party providers. HotDotNews is not responsible for any damage or loss incurred from your dealings with such third parties.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis with no warranties, express or implied. HotDotNews makes no guarantees regarding the functionality or reliability of the Site or any products or services offered through it.

8. Limitation of Liability

HotDotNews is not liable for any damages resulting from your use of the Site. You agree to indemnify HotDotNews for any claims arising from your use of the Site or any violation of these terms.

9. Termination

HotDotNews reserves the right to terminate your access to the Site at any time, with or without cause or notice.

10. Governing Law

This Agreement is governed by the laws of British Columbia, Canada, and any disputes will be resolved in the courts of Victoria, British Columbia.

11. Notice and Amendment to Terms

HotDotNews reserves the right to amend these terms at any time. Any material changes will be posted on the Site. Your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of any changes.

12. Entire Agreement

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between you and HotDotNews and supersedes any prior agreements. If any part of this Agreement is found invalid, the remaining provisions will continue in effect.