Terms of service

1. Introduction

Welcome to About-Science.org (“we,” “us,” or “the Site”), an educational resource and science news publisher. By accessing or using https://about-science.org/, you agree to these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.

These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access the Site.

2. Use of the site

You may use the Site for personal, non-commercial, and educational purposes. Content includes articles, images, and references simplifying science topics.

Permitted uses:

  • Viewing and reading articles.
  • Downloading or printing single copies for personal study or non-commercial classroom teaching, with attribution: “Source: About-Science.org, [Article Title], [URL]”.

Prohibited uses:

  • Commercial reproduction, distribution, or sale.
  • Modifying, adapting, or creating derivative works.
  • Using automated tools (e.g., scrapers) to extract content.
  • Violating laws, including copyright infringement.
  • Impersonating others or posting harmful content.

3. Intellectual property

All content on the Site, including text, images, and layouts, is owned by Site’s owner or licensed for use. It is protected by copyright and other laws.

We grant a limited, revocable license for permitted uses above. No other rights are transferred.

For reuse requests, contact us at [email protected]

4. User contributions

The Site does not currently accept user submissions. If introduced, submissions grant us a royalty-free license to use them, and you warrant ownership and non-infringement.

5. Disclaimer of warranties

The Site is provided “as is” without warranties of accuracy, completeness, or fitness for purpose. Science explanations are simplified and may evolve with research. Verify with primary sources.

We do not endorse linked third-party sites.

6. Limitation of liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Site’s owner and About-Science.org shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from Site use, even if advised of the possibility.

Total liability is limited to $100 USD.

7. Governing law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Sweden. Disputes shall be resolved in relevant courts.

8. Changes to terms

We may update these Terms. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance. Check periodically.

9. Contact

Questions? Email to [email protected]