Last Updated: 01/02/2025
These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of ibSpotlight (the “Platform”), owned and operated by Iboto Empire Media Services, located at 6101 Cherry Avenue Suite 102A – 206, Fontana CA 92336, United States (“the Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”).
By accessing or using ibSpotlight, you agree to these Terms.
1. Acceptance of Terms
Your access to the Platform constitutes acknowledgment that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms. If you do not agree, you must discontinue use immediately.
We may update these Terms periodically. Continued use after updates constitutes acceptance.
2. Ownership & Intellectual Property
All content published on ibSpotlight—including articles, images, graphics, videos, branding, and layout—is the exclusive property of Iboto Empire Media Services or its licensors.
You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and read content for personal, non-commercial use only.
You may not reproduce, distribute, scrape, republish, or commercially exploit our content without written permission.
3. Editorial Standards
ibSpotlight follows strict editorial principles:
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Accuracy and fact-checking procedures
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Clear labeling of news, opinion, analysis, and sponsored content
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No misleading, manipulated, or fabricated information
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Compliance with Google News Publisher policies
(Full Editorial Policy is provided separately below.)
4. User Conduct
You agree NOT to:
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Misuse, hack, or disrupt the Platform
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Use automated bots to scrape or download content
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Publish false claims about our platform
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Violate intellectual property rights
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Spread misinformation or harmful content via our services
5. Disclaimers
ibSpotlight is provided “as is” and “as available.”
We make no warranties regarding accuracy, completeness, or uninterrupted availability.
We are not liable for any damages arising from use of the Platform, including but not limited to:
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Loss of data
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Business interruption
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Third-party actions
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External links or advertisements
6. Advertising & Monetization
ibSpotlight may include:
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Display ads
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Affiliate links
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Sponsored content
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Reader Revenue Manager options (subscriptions, contributions)
Such content is clearly labeled according to Google News transparency rules.
7. Third-Party Links
External links may appear in articles or ads.
We are not responsible for the content or actions of third-party websites.
8. Privacy
Your use of the Platform is governed by our Privacy Policy, available separately.
9. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California, USA.
All disputes shall be resolved through:
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Informal negotiation first
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If unresolved, binding arbitration or jurisdiction-appropriate courts
10. Contact Information
For all legal or editorial inquiries:
Iboto Empire Media Services
6101 Cherry Avenue Suite 102A – 206
Fontana CA 92336, USA
Email: info@ibotoempire.com
