Terms of Service

Welcome to The Commons Voice, your independent source for news, analysis, and reporting. By accessing or using our website, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms of Service.

1. Use of Website

• You must be at least 13 years old to use our website.
• You agree not to use the website for any unlawful purpose, to spread misinformation, or in violation of these terms.
• Automated scraping, bulk downloading, or unauthorized use of our content is prohibited.

2. Editorial Independence

• The Commons Voice maintains editorial independence and strives for accuracy, fairness, and transparency in all published content.
• Opinions expressed by contributors do not necessarily reflect those of The Commons Voice.

3. Intellectual Property

• All articles, images, and other content are the property of The Commons Voice or its licensors and are protected by copyright laws.
• You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from our content without written permission, except as permitted by fair use.

4. User Contributions & Comments

• You are responsible for any content (comments, tips, submissions) you contribute to the website.
• You agree not to post abusive, defamatory, or misleading material.
• We reserve the right to moderate, edit, or remove user content at our discretion.

5. Disclaimers

The website is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind. While we strive for accuracy, we do not guarantee the completeness or reliability of any content.

6. Limitation of Liability

The Commons Voice is not liable for any damages arising from your use of the website, reliance on published information, or interactions with other users.

7. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, editorial policy, or community guidelines, please contact us at legal@thecommonvoice.com.

Effective Date: August 30, 2025