Mass Daily News – Terms of Service

Effective Date: July 27, 2025

These Terms were updated on July 27, 2025. By continuing to use the site after this date, you agree to the revised terms.

Welcome to Mass Daily News ("MDN", "we", "us", or "our"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website and any related services, content, and features (collectively, the "Services").

By accessing or using our Services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use our Services.

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at legal@massdailymedia.com.

Mass Daily News is operated by Mass Daily Media LLC, a limited liability company.

Eligibility

By using our Services, you confirm that you are at least 13 years old. If you are under the age of majority in your jurisdiction, you may only use the Services with the involvement and consent of a parent or legal guardian.

Use of the Services

You agree to use the Services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You must not:

Use the Services in a way that violates any applicable law or regulation

Post or transmit any content that is defamatory, obscene, abusive, or otherwise objectionable

Impersonate another person or misrepresent your affiliation

Interfere with the security or functionality of the Services

Attempt to access or collect data from parts of the site you are not authorized to access

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Services for violating these Terms or for any behavior we deem harmful to our platform or community.

Intellectual Property

All content published on or accessible through the Services—including articles, graphics, logos, videos, and design elements—is the property of Mass Daily Media LLC or its content partners and is protected by intellectual property laws.

You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, or publicly display any content from the Services without our prior written consent, unless explicitly permitted under applicable law.

User Submissions

We may allow users to submit comments, tips, or other content ("User Submissions"). By submitting content, you:

Represent that you have the rights to do so and that your content does not infringe the rights of others

Grant Mass Daily Media LLC a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, display, distribute, and modify your content in connection with the Services

Understand that your content may be removed, moderated, or refused at our sole discretion

You remain the owner of your content, but you give us permission to use it to operate and promote the Services.

Third-Party Links and Content

The Services may contain links to third-party websites, platforms, or services. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of any third parties. You access such third-party content at your own risk.

Disclaimer of Warranties

The Services are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind. We make no representations or warranties regarding:

The accuracy, reliability, or completeness of any content

The availability or performance of the Services

The security or absence of viruses or other harmful components

To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, express or implied.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Mass Daily Media LLC and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from or related to your use of the Services.

Our total liability for any claim related to the Services shall not exceed one hundred U.S. dollars ($100) or the amount you paid us in the past 12 months, whichever is greater.

Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Mass Daily Media LLC and its affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including legal fees) arising out of or in connection with:

Your use of the Services

Your User Submissions

Your violation of these Terms or applicable law

Press Exemption

> Mass Daily News operates as a journalistic entity protected by the First Amendment. We are not affiliated with any political campaign, and content is produced for news, commentary, and editorial purposes only.

Guest Submission Disclaimer

> Mass Daily News reserves the right to edit, reject, or withhold publication of submitted content. Guest submissions reflect the views of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of MDN or its affiliates.

Changes to the Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Any changes will be effective when posted on this page. We may notify users of material updates via email or a prominent notice on the site. Your continued use of the Services after any update constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of Wyoming, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Services shall be resolved exclusively through binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association, in accordance with its Commercial Arbitration Rules. The arbitration shall take place in Wyoming, and judgment on the award rendered by the arbitrator may be entered in any court having jurisdiction.

You agree to waive any right to a trial by jury or to participate in a class action lawsuit or class-wide arbitration.

DMCA and Copyright Infringement

If you believe that any content on the Services infringes your copyright, please send a written notice to legal@massdailymedia.com with the following information:

- Your name and contact information

- A description of the copyrighted work you claim is being infringed

- The exact URL of the allegedly infringing material

- A statement that you have a good-faith belief that the use is not authorized

- A statement, under penalty of perjury, that the information in your notice is accurate and that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner

We reserve the right to remove or disable access to content alleged to be infringing, and to terminate repeat infringers.

Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Services at any time, with or without notice, for conduct that we believe violates these Terms, is harmful to other users, or to protect the integrity or safety of the platform. Termination may include the deletion of any associated data or submissions.

Advertising and Sponsored Content

Mass Daily News may display advertisements, sponsored posts, or affiliate links as part of its Services. We may receive compensation when users interact with sponsored material. Any paid partnerships will be disclosed in accordance with FTC guidelines.

No Legal or Professional Advice

Content on the Services is provided for informational and editorial purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or professional advice. You should not rely on our content as a substitute for advice from licensed professionals.

Force Majeure

We are not responsible for any failure or delay in performance resulting from causes beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, war, cyberattacks, internet outages, strikes, or government actions.

Assignment

We may assign or transfer our rights and obligations under these Terms to a third party in the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, without notice or consent.

Anti-SLAPP Notice

We reserve the right to seek dismissal of any legal claim that constitutes a Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation (SLAPP) and to pursue recovery of legal fees under applicable anti-SLAPP statutes or protections afforded to journalistic entities.

Commenting Policy

Comments posted to MDN reflect the opinions of the individual author and not Mass Daily Media LLC. We reserve the right to moderate, remove, or restrict comments at our sole discretion, including for reasons such as spam, threats, harassment, or abusive language.

Security Disclaimer

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your data. However, no online system is completely secure. By using our Services, you acknowledge and accept this risk.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

State-Specific and Global Privacy Rights

If you are a resident of California or any jurisdiction with specific privacy protections (such as the EU or UK), you may have additional rights. To inquire or exercise those rights, please contact legal@massdailymedia.com.

Section 230 Disclaimer

Under Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act (47 U.S.C. § 230), Mass Daily Media LLC is not liable for content posted by third parties, including user submissions or comments. We do not endorse, verify, or guarantee the accuracy of third-party content. Users are solely responsible for their own content.

Public Figures and Commentary

As a news and commentary publication, Mass Daily News reports on matters of public concern involving public figures, officials, and institutions. Statements regarding such individuals are made in the context of protected opinion, satire, or news reporting, and should be understood as such. Any commentary on public figures is protected under applicable U.S. free speech laws.

Satire and Opinion Content

Some content published by Mass Daily News may include opinion, satire, or parody, particularly in headlines, commentary, or social media posts. These expressions are protected under the First Amendment and are not intended to be interpreted as statements of fact.

Non-U.S. Users

Mass Daily News is operated in the United States. By accessing or using our Services, you agree that any disputes or claims shall be governed solely by the laws of the United States and the State of Wyoming, regardless of your country of origin or local laws. You further agree that any legal action must be brought exclusively within the United States.

No Guarantee of Anonymity

We do not guarantee user anonymity. In the event of a subpoena, court order, or other legal requirement, we may be compelled to disclose information about users or submissions in compliance with applicable laws. Users are responsible for the content they submit.

Attorney’s Fees for Frivolous Claims

If any legal claim or action is brought against Mass Daily Media LLC and is determined to be frivolous, malicious, or intended to chill free expression, we reserve the right to pursue recovery of reasonable attorney’s fees, court costs, and related expenses to the fullest extent permitted by law.

Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Mass Daily Media LLC regarding your use of the Services and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

Miscellaneous

Failure by Mass Daily Media LLC to enforce any part of these Terms shall not be considered a waiver of our rights. If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

Contact

If you have any questions about these Terms, you may contact us at:

legal@massdailymedia.com

Mass Daily News is operated by Mass Daily Media LLC, a limited liability company.

Last updated July 27, 2025. Continued use of the site after this date constitutes acceptance of these Terms of Service.