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Sociedad Media | www.sociedadmedia.com
Effective Date: March 7, 2026 | Last Updated: March 7, 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms of Service ('Terms') constitute a legally binding agreement between you ('User,' 'you,' or 'your') and Sociedad Media LLC ('Sociedad Media,' 'we,' 'us,' or 'our'), governing your access to and use of the website located at www.sociedadmedia.com, including all content, features, and services offered therein (collectively, the 'Site').
By accessing, browsing, or otherwise using the Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms, as well as our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of any changes to these Terms constitutes acceptance of those changes.
If you are using the Site on behalf of an organization, you represent and warrant that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms.

2. Description of Service

Sociedad Media is an English-language digital news publication based in Miami, Florida, providing news coverage, analysis, and commentary focused on events in Latin America and the Caribbean and their relevance to Miami's Hispanic community. The Site may include:
• Original news articles, feature stories, and editorial content
• Translated content from Spanish-language sources
• Content produced with the assistance of artificial intelligence tools, reviewed and edited by human journalists
• Third-party content, embedded media, and external links
• Newsletter subscriptions and other digital services

3. Editorial Standards and AI Disclosure

Sociedad Media is committed to accurate, fair, and transparent journalism. Our editorial standards include the following:

Accuracy and Corrections:
We strive to ensure all published content is factually accurate and properly sourced. When errors are identified, we will publish corrections in a timely and transparent manner. Users who identify factual errors may contact our editorial team at info@sociedadmedia.com.

3. AI-Assisted Content:

Sociedad Media uses artificial intelligence tools, including large language models, to assist in the research, drafting, and optimization of certain content. All AI-assisted content is reviewed, edited, fact-checked, and approved by a human member of our editorial staff before publication. The use of AI tools does not diminish our commitment to accuracy or editorial integrity.

Editorial Independence:
Sociedad Media's news coverage is independent of its commercial relationships. Advertisers and sponsors do not influence editorial decisions, article selection, or news coverage.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

All content published on the Site, including but not limited to articles, headlines, photographs, graphics, logos, video content, and the overall design and layout of the Site, is the exclusive property of Sociedad Media LLC or its licensed content providers, and is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.

© 2026 Sociedad Media LLC. All rights reserved.

Permitted Use:
You may access and read content on the Site for personal, non-commercial use. You may share links to articles on social media platforms provided that proper attribution to Sociedad Media is included.

Prohibited Use:
Without prior written consent from Sociedad Media, you may not:
• Reproduce, republish, distribute, or transmit any content from the Site in whole or in substantial part
• Scrape, crawl, or systematically extract content from the Site using automated tools
• Use any Sociedad Media content for commercial purposes without a licensing agreement
• Remove or alter any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices from Site content
• Use Sociedad Media's name, logo, or branding without prior written authorization

Requests for content licensing, syndication, or republication rights should be directed to: info@sociedadmedia.com.

5. User Conduct

By using the Site, you agree not to engage in any of the following prohibited activities:
• Posting, transmitting, or sharing content that is defamatory, harassing, threatening, obscene, or otherwise unlawful
• Impersonating any person, entity, or publication, including Sociedad Media staff
• Attempting to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site or its related systems
• Interfering with or disrupting the integrity or performance of the Site
• Using the Site to transmit spam, malware, or any form of harmful code
• Engaging in any activity that violates applicable local, state, federal, or international law
• Harvesting or collecting personally identifiable information of other users without consent

6. Third-Party Links and Content

The Site may contain links to third-party websites, publications, and resources that are not owned or controlled by Sociedad Media. We provide these links as a journalistic service to our readers and for informational purposes only.
Sociedad Media has no control over the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites and expressly disclaims all responsibility for the accuracy, legality, or appropriateness of any content found at linked external sites. The inclusion of any link does not imply endorsement by Sociedad Media of the linked site or its operators.
We encourage users to review the terms of service and privacy policies of any third-party websites they visit.

7. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

News and Information Disclaimer:
The content published on the Site is provided for general informational and journalistic purposes only. While Sociedad Media makes every effort to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of its content, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability of any information published on the Site.

No Professional Advice:
Nothing on the Site constitutes legal, financial, medical, or professional advice of any kind. Users should seek qualified professional guidance before making decisions based on information found on the Site.

Limitation of Liability:
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Sociedad Media LLC, its officers, directors, employees, contributors, and agents shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, the Site or its content — even if Sociedad Media has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

Warranty Disclaimer:
The Site is provided on an 'as is' and 'as available' basis without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

8. Privacy Policy

Your use of the Site is also governed by Sociedad Media's Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information. The Privacy Policy is incorporated into these Terms by reference and is available at www.sociedadmedia.com/privacy-policy.
By using the Site, you consent to the data practices described in our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to the Privacy Policy, please discontinue use of the Site.

Sociedad Media respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects its users to do the same. If you believe that content on the Site infringes upon your copyright, please submit a written DMCA takedown notice to our designated agent containing the following information:
• A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorized agent
• Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed
• Identification of the material on the Site that is claimed to be infringing, with sufficient detail to locate it
• Your contact information, including name, address, telephone number, and email address
• A statement that you have a good faith belief that use of the material is not authorized by the copyright owner
• A statement, made under penalty of perjury, that the information in the notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorized to act on their behalf

DMCA notices should be sent to: info@sociedadmedia.com

10. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Site shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Miami-Dade County, Florida.
You agree that any claim or cause of action arising out of your use of the Site must be filed within one (1) year after such claim or cause of action arose, or be forever barred.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Sociedad Media LLC, its officers, directors, employees, contributors, agents, licensors, and service providers from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees — including reasonable attorneys' fees — arising out of or relating to your violation of these Terms or your use of the Site.

12. Modifications to Terms

Sociedad Media reserves the right to modify, update, or replace these Terms at any time at our sole discretion. When we make material changes, we will update the 'Last Updated' date at the top of this page. We may also provide notice of significant changes through a prominent notice on the Site's homepage.
Your continued use of the Site following the posting of revised Terms constitutes your acceptance of those changes. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically for updates.

13. Termination

Sociedad Media reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to suspend or terminate your access to the Site at any time, for any reason, without notice or liability — including if we believe you have violated these Terms or applicable law.
Upon termination, your right to use the Site will immediately cease. Provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including but not limited to intellectual property provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

14. Accessibility

Sociedad Media is committed to making its website accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. We strive to comply with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards. If you experience accessibility barriers on our Site, please contact us at info@sociedadmedia.comso that we may address them promptly.

15. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding these Terms of Service, please contact Sociedad Media at:

Sociedad Media LLC
Website: www.sociedadmedia.com
For General Inquiries & Editorial: info@sociedadmedia.com

LEGAL DISCLAIMER: This Terms of Service document is provided as a template for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Sociedad Media strongly recommends that this document be reviewed, customized, and finalized by a licensed attorney in the State of Florida before publication on your website. Laws governing digital publications, data privacy, and online content vary and are subject to change.

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