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Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: 1 January 2025
Last reviewed November 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to PNG Herald (“we,” “us,” “our,” or “the Site”). By accessing or using our website https://pngherald.vision4040.com (including any sub-sites or services linked to it), you agree to these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”). If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site.

PNG Herald is an independent digital news publication committed to accurate, ethical, and positive journalism. We promote non-corrupt governance and constructive news coverage within Papua New Guinea and the Pacific region.

2. Use of the Site

You may use this Site for personal, non-commercial reading, sharing, and participation in membership features. You must not:

  • Copy, redistribute, or republish material except as permitted under the Copyright & Reuse Policy.
  • Post or upload unlawful, defamatory, or misleading content.
  • Attempt to interfere with the Site’s operation, hosting, or security.

We reserve the right to suspend or remove access to any part of the Site for maintenance, updates, or misuse.

3. Memberships and Accounts

We offer membership access through Paid Memberships Pro, WooCommerce, and Stripe payment services.
By purchasing or subscribing, you agree that:

  • Your account details must be accurate and updated.
  • Payments are processed securely through third-party gateways (e.g., Stripe) under their terms and privacy policies.
  • Access or benefits linked to membership may be modified or discontinued with notice.
  • We may cancel or suspend an account that violates our policies or payment terms.

Refunds are handled case-by-case according to our internal refund and cancellation policy.

4. Content and Intellectual Property

All articles, images, designs, and branding on PNG Herald are the property of PNG Herald or its licensors unless otherwise credited.
You may share short excerpts or links with proper attribution.
Reproduction or republication of full articles, logos, or data requires written permission.

If you believe material on our site infringes your copyright, please contact us for review and removal.

5. Accuracy and Editorial Standards

While we strive for accuracy, information on the Site is provided for general interest and may change without notice.
Editorial decisions follow PNG Herald’s Editorial Policy, including fact-checking and ethical reporting guidelines.

We do not guarantee completeness or reliability of third-party sources, commentary, or advertising.

6. User Comments and Submissions

If comments, letters, or submissions are allowed:

  • You retain ownership of your submission but grant PNG Herald a non-exclusive license to publish, edit, and display it online.
  • We may moderate, edit, or remove content that breaches our ethical or legal standards.
  • Submissions must not contain false, defamatory, or copyrighted material without permission.

7. Advertising and Sponsored Content

We may display advertising, sponsored posts, or partner materials.
All paid or sponsored content will be clearly identified.
Advertisers are responsible for ensuring their material complies with applicable laws and PNG Herald’s Advertising Policy.

8. Third-Party Links and Services

Our Site may include links or integrations to third-party services such as Google Analytics, WooCommerce, Paid Memberships Pro, WPMU DEV, or social media.
We are not responsible for the content, privacy, or security practices of those sites.
Users should review third-party policies before engaging with those services.

9. Limitation of Liability

PNG Herald will not be liable for any loss, damage, or data breach arising from the use or inability to use the Site, except as required by applicable law.
Use of the Site and reliance on its information are at your own discretion and risk.

10. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy for details on how we collect and protect information.
By using this Site, you consent to data processing as outlined in that policy.

11. Updates and Modifications

We may amend these Terms from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Continued use of the Site after updates constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

12. Contact

For questions or concerns regarding these Terms, contact:
📧 admin@pngherald.com
or via our contact page on the website.


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