Terms of Service

Last updated: February 15, 2026

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing or using TheGranulars ("the Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access the Service.

2. Description of Service

TheGranulars is a news aggregation platform that provides:

  • Curated news headlines from various RSS feeds
  • AI-generated summaries and analysis
  • Links to original news sources
  • Short excerpts from news articles (fair use)

3. Intellectual Property

3.1 Our Content

The Service's original content, features, and functionality are owned by TheGranulars and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws.

3.2 Third-Party Content

News headlines, excerpts, and images are the property of their respective owners. We provide attribution and links to original sources. All third-party content is used in accordance with fair use principles.

3.3 AI-Generated Content

AI-generated summaries and analyses are created by our system and are provided for informational purposes only.

4. User Conduct

You agree NOT to:

  • Use the Service for any illegal purpose
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Service
  • Scrape, copy, or reproduce content systematically
  • Use automated tools to access the Service (except search engines)
  • Interfere with or disrupt the Service
  • Transmit viruses or malicious code

5. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Accuracy, completeness, or reliability of content
  • Fitness for a particular purpose
  • Non-infringement
  • Uninterrupted or error-free operation

6. Content Accuracy

We aggregate content from third-party sources and provide AI-generated analysis. We do not guarantee:

  • The accuracy of news headlines or excerpts
  • The correctness of AI-generated summaries
  • The availability or accuracy of linked external sites

Always verify important information with original sources.

7. External Links

The Service contains links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for:

  • Content on external sites
  • Privacy practices of linked sites
  • Accuracy of external information

8. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, TheGranulars SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

  • Any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
  • Loss of profits, data, or use
  • Damages arising from your use of the Service
  • Reliance on any content provided

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless TheGranulars from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from:

  • Your use of the Service
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any rights of another party

10. Copyright Policy

We respect intellectual property rights. If you believe content on our Service infringes your copyright:

  • Contact us at: dmca@yourwebsite.com
  • Provide details of the alleged infringement
  • We will respond within 48 hours

11. Advertising

The Service displays advertisements from third-party ad networks. We are not responsible for:

  • Content of advertisements
  • Products or services advertised
  • Privacy practices of advertisers

12. Affiliate Links

Some links on the Service may be affiliate links. This means we may earn a commission if you make a purchase through these links, at no additional cost to you.

13. Modifications to Service

We reserve the right to:

  • Modify or discontinue the Service at any time
  • Change these Terms at any time
  • Update content and features

Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

14. Termination

We may terminate or suspend access to the Service immediately, without prior notice, for:

  • Violation of these Terms
  • Illegal or harmful activity
  • Any reason at our sole discretion

15. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your Country/State], without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

16. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through:

  • Good faith negotiation
  • Mediation (if negotiation fails)
  • Binding arbitration

17. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

18. Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and TheGranulars regarding the Service.

19. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, contact us at:

Email: legal@yourwebsite.com
Address: [Your Business Address]

20. Acknowledgment

BY USING THE SERVICE, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ THESE TERMS OF SERVICE AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THEM.