TERMS & CONDITIONS OF USE

BY USING AND/OR ACCESSING ANY OF OUR PLATFORMS OR SERVICES, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY OUR TERMS & CONDITIONS.

These terms and conditions, together with our Privacy Policy and User Rules (collectively, the “Terms”), form a binding agreement between you and Pixelfish Marketing Solutions (Pty) Ltd, under which Newcastillian News operates as a brand (“Newcastillian News,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). These Terms govern your interaction with our Platforms and Services. “Platforms” include our websites, mobile sites, apps, emails, social media channels, or other means you may use to engage with us. “Services” refer to the content, updates, community features, and other functionalities provided or managed by Newcastillian News across these Platforms.

On our Platforms, you may be an anonymous visitor or a registered user, depending on the nature of your interaction. Registered users have signed up on our Platforms and may gain access to free content and features. Anonymous visitors, who have not registered, may access only publicly available content. In these Terms, “users” encompasses both anonymous visitors and registered users.

The general use of our Services, Platforms, and any content on our Platforms is subject to these Terms. “Content” includes any information, files, text, software, music, sound, photographs, graphics, images, video, comments, links, tags, and other material available on our Platforms, as well as all associated copyrights, trademarks, patents, logos, and other intellectual property rights displayed on our Platforms or Services.

We reserve the right to update or amend these Terms periodically. Any new version of the Terms will be posted on our Platforms and will be effective from the date of publication. It is your responsibility to check our Platforms regularly for updates to the Terms. By continuing to use our Platforms and/or Services after updates to the Terms are published, you agree to be bound by the revised Terms.

Certain Services or features on our Platforms may also have additional terms or rules, which may be relevant depending on the specific Services you choose to use. By using these Services, you agree to abide by any additional applicable rules or terms.

By engaging with Newcastillian News, you consent to receive communications from us, including news updates, marketing material, or surveys. You may opt-out of promotional communications at any time via the link provided in our emails or by contacting us directly.

All content (“Content”) available on our Platforms, including articles, images, graphics, videos, and other materials, is owned by or licensed to Newcastillian News, a brand under Pixelfish Marketing Solutions (Pty) Ltd, and is protected by South African copyright law.

Without our express written permission, you may not:

  1. Reproduce, publish, perform, broadcast, adapt, sell, lease, distribute, or otherwise use any Content for commercial purposes;
  2. Decompile, reverse-engineer, or modify the Content into formats other than those provided;
  3. Integrate the Content into any other materials for any purpose;
  4. Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices within the Content; or
  5. Frame any web page or part of our Platforms or Services.

You may retrieve, store, reference, or print Content from our Platforms for personal, educational, research, or private use only, as allowed under South African copyright law.

Electronic Clipping Services & Personalised News

Content use by electronic clipping services or personalised news platforms is permitted if these services:

Only use a brief summary of articles, not the full article text as it appears on our Platforms;
Acknowledge Newcastillian News as the source and credit our journalists, photographers, or third-party contributors as listed on our Platforms;
Include a working hyperlink to the source article on our Platforms; and
Specify the date the Content was accessed from our Platforms in any summary.

News Aggregators.

For news aggregators, the use of Content is permitted under the following conditions:

Only the article thumbnail and headline as displayed on our Platforms are used;
A direct, functional hyperlink to the original article on our Platforms is provided; and
Newcastillian News is credited as the source, with acknowledgment of journalists, photographers, and third-party contributors as noted on our Platforms.
Caching Content

Our Content may only be cached with our written approval, provided that:

The caching is for enhancing efficient access to our Platforms;
Cached Content remains unchanged;
Cached Content is updated at least every 12 hours; and
The cached Content is removed or refreshed upon our request.
Quoting Content

You may quote limited portions of Content from our Platforms, provided that the quote is in quotation marks, the author is credited, and a hyperlink to the source is included in a footnote.

All permissions under these Terms are non-exclusive, non-transferable, and may be revoked by Newcastillian News at any time without notice.

User-Submitted Content

If you submit Content to our Platforms, you retain ownership of your original work. However, by submitting Content, you grant Newcastillian News an irrevocable, perpetual, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, display, publish, perform, reproduce, distribute, modify, or promote such Content across any medium for public access.

All user-submitted Content on our Platforms is considered non-confidential and non-proprietary. Newcastillian News is under no obligation to keep such Content private. By posting Content, you agree to follow our User Guidelines and ensure the accuracy, relevance, and timeliness of any information you share. You also warrant that you have the authority to share the information.

For archival purposes, Content you submit to our Platforms cannot be removed once published.

Third-Party Content

Our Platforms may feature advertisements, content from third parties, and links to external websites. This third-party content (“Third-Party Content”) is beyond our control, and Newcastillian News is not responsible for its accuracy, reliability, or relevance. Any statements, views, or representations within Third-Party Content do not necessarily reflect the opinions or beliefs of Newcastillian News, Pixelfish Marketing Solutions (Pty) Ltd, or our employees.

Recording of any article narration from our Platforms is prohibited.

Any disputes or claims arising out of or related to your use of our services shall be resolved by binding arbitration in accordance with South African law. The arbitration decision will be final and binding.

Our platforms may contain links to third-party goods, software, or services for user convenience. Newcastillian News does not endorse, control, or take responsibility for any third-party offerings or content. Interactions with third-party websites are at your own risk.

While we strive to keep Newcastillian News accessible at all times, we cannot guarantee uninterrupted availability. Maintenance, updates, or unforeseen issues may temporarily disrupt access.

Newcastillian News values your privacy and follows strict data protection protocols. Personal information collected is handled per South African privacy laws. For more on our data practices, please view our Privacy Policy.

We may offer promotions or giveaways as part of our service to engage our community. Participation in these offers is voluntary, and each promotion will have its specific terms and conditions.

Your use of our Platforms and Services is entirely at your own risk.

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information on our Platforms, we do not guarantee the completeness or accuracy of any Content, nor do we warrant that the Content and technology provided through our Platforms or Services are free from errors, omissions, or inaccuracies.

We reserve the right to modify any Content on our Platforms or Services without notice. Content may become outdated, and we make no commitment to ensure regular updates.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Newcastillian News shall not be liable for any damages, losses, or liabilities arising from your use of or inability to use our Platforms, Services, or Content made available on or through our Platforms.

Our Platforms and Services are provided “as is” without any warranty or conditions to meet any specific needs or requirements. It is your responsibility to confirm that the Services offered on our Platforms are suitable for your requirements and compatible with your hardware or software before using them.

Any information, ideas, or opinions shared on our Platforms or Services are not intended as professional advice or our official stance, and we encourage users to seek professional guidance before acting on any information, ideas, or opinions expressed on our Platforms or Services.

Content contributions, such as comments, blog posts, or emails submitted to our Platforms, are not subject to our editorial control. Therefore, we disclaim all liability for any unlawful or harmful Content (including but not limited to defamatory or offensive material) that may appear on our Platforms.

These terms are governed by South African law. If any provision is deemed unenforceable, the remaining terms shall remain effective. Our failure to enforce any provision shall not be considered a waiver.

Newcastillian News is an independently owned platform, operating under Pixelfish Marketing Solutions (Pty) Ltd, company registration number 2017/312597/07. We are committed to delivering free, unbiased news to our readers. For us, it’s not about being the first to publish a story; rather, we prioritise accuracy by verifying facts with legitimate sources to provide trusted information. For inquiries or further information, please contact us at info@newcastillian.com.

USER RULES

We aim to create a positive and respectful community for all users. By adhering to these User Rules, you help us foster an environment where everyone can freely engage with Newcastillian News content.

General Principals

Newcastillian News encourages an open and respectful environment for all users. We expect users to interact responsibly and courteously and adhere to these User Rules to ensure a safe and respectful community experience on our platforms.

When using Newcastillian News platforms, users agree to:

  • Respect the rights, privacy, and perspectives of others.
  • Avoid engaging in any activities that violate these Terms or applicable laws.
  • Not share abusive, harmful, or inappropriate content.
  • Ensure that any content shared does not infringe on intellectual property rights or privacy rights.
  • Refrain from spamming, hacking, or unauthorized access to our platforms or services.

For our interactive features, such as blogs and comment sections:

  • Maintain a respectful tone and avoid inflammatory or offensive language.
  • Keep discussions relevant to the topic and avoid disruptive behavior or off-topic comments.
  • Refrain from impersonating others or misrepresenting personal information.
  • Abide by these guidelines to ensure that our interactive spaces remain welcoming and constructive.

If users share photos or videos on Newcastillian News platforms:

  • Content must be original or shared with the consent of the copyright holder.
  • Photos and videos must not contain offensive, explicit, or harmful material.
  • Users must respect the privacy of others by ensuring shared media does not infringe on personal privacy or rights.
  • We reserve the right to remove any content that violates these standards.

If you encounter content that violates our User Rules, please report it to us at info@newcastillian.com. We take all reports seriously and will investigate each case to determine if further action is required.

Newcastillian News reserves the right to enforce these User Rules by:

  • Removing or modifying content that violates our guidelines.
  • Suspending or banning users who repeatedly violate these Terms or engage in harmful conduct.
  • Taking appropriate legal or technical action against users engaging in unlawful activity on our platforms.