Terms & Conditions: The Rules of Engagement for an Informed Community
Welcome to Bad News. Before you dive into the critical reporting and analysis we provide, we need to set up a few basic ground rules. Think of this not as fine print, but as a mutual agreement on how we can maintain a respectful, lawful, and valuable space for everyone.
We’ve written this in plain English because we believe transparency should be at the core of everything we do—including how we operate. By using badnews.in, you’re agreeing to these terms. Let’s break them down together.
1. Your Access to Our Content
We work hard to investigate, write, and curate the content on this site. Here’s how you can use it:
You are welcome to: Read, share, and discuss our articles. We encourage you to link to our stories on social media or your own website. Knowledge is meant to be spread.
You are not welcome to: Copy, scrape, or republish our content without permission. If you’d like to use something for a commercial purpose, please contact us first. Plagiarism and content theft are serious offenses—and as a site that covers scams and cyber crime, we take intellectual property seriously.
2. User-Generated Content: Comments and Contributions
We believe in fostering thoughtful discussion. If you post a comment or contribute content, we expect you to abide by a few simple principles:
Be Respectful: Debate and criticism are welcome. Personal attacks, hate speech, harassment, or threats are not. We reserve the right to remove any comment that violates this spirit.
Be Relevant: Keep comments related to the topic at hand. Spam, off-topic promotions, or malicious links will be removed.
You Own Your Words: By posting, you grant us a license to display that content on our site. You also confirm that the comment is your original work.
Essentially, don’t be part of the “bad news” we have to report on. Let’s keep the conversation constructive.
3. A Note on Accuracy and Liability
We strive for accuracy in every story, but the world of news is fast-moving and complex. Here’s our commitment:
We Do Our Best: Our team works diligently to verify facts, cite sources, and correct errors promptly. If you see a mistake, please let us know.
Use at Your Own Risk: The content on Bad News is for informational purposes only. It is not professional legal, medical, or financial advice. For example, an article about cyber crime prevention is a guide, but we can’t guarantee your network won’t be breached. Always consult a qualified professional for advice tailored to your situation.
4. Third-Party Links and Resources
We often link to external sources—official reports, scientific studies, or other news outlets—to provide depth and context. However:
We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites. When you leave badnews.in, you’re subject to the terms of the site you’re visiting.
We provide these links for your convenience and further education, but we can’t vouch for every site we reference.
5. Our Rights to the Website
The Bad News brand, logo, design, and original content are our property. You cannot use them without our express written permission. We built this platform to serve the public, but we also need to protect our work.
6. Termination: When Things Go South
We hope it never comes to this, but we must retain the right to suspend or terminate access to anyone who violates these terms, engages in illegal activity, or threatens the safety of our community.
A Final Word: Let’s Keep Each Other Accountable
These terms aren’t meant to intimidate you—they’re here to protect the integrity of our work and the safety of our community. At Bad News, we’re all about accountability, and that applies to us as much as it does to you.
We’re committed to providing you with fearless, independent journalism. By respecting these simple rules, you help us maintain a platform where important stories can be told without distraction.
Thank you for being a part of our mission. Now, let’s get back to the news.
Stay aware,
The Team at Bad News
P.S. Have a question about these terms? Reach out to us at badnew.in@gmail.com