Terms of Service

1. Introduction & Company Information

These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of the website, services, and content provided by The AI Journal Ltd (“we,” “us,” “our,” or “Company”). By accessing, browsing, or using our website and services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our services.

Company Details

Legal Name: The AI Journal Ltd
Business Registration: UK VAT registered and HMRC registered business
Incorporation Date: May 2020
Registered Address: 49 High Street, Stourbridge, UK, DY8 1DE
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://aijourn.com/
Jurisdiction: English law and the exclusive jurisdiction of English courts

We are committed to providing high-quality content, analysis, and resources focused on technology, artificial intelligence, innovation, and related business and professional topics. Our services include articles, whitepapers, webinars, podcasts, videos, interviews, and other multimedia content distributed via our website, YouTube, social media channels, and other platforms.

2. Eligibility & User Restrictions

2.1 Age Requirements

By using our services, you represent and warrant that:

You are at least 13 years of age (or the equivalent age of digital consent in your jurisdiction)
If you are between 13 and 18 years of age, you have obtained parental or legal guardian consent to use our services
If you are under 13, you may not use our services under any circumstances
You are not prohibited by law from using our services

2.2 Jurisdiction Restrictions

Some content or services may be restricted based on your geographic location due to regulatory requirements. You are responsible for ensuring your use complies with local laws and regulations in your jurisdiction.

3. Permitted Use of Services

3.1 Grant of License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use our website and services for personal, non-commercial, informational, and educational purposes only.

3.2 Permitted Activities

You may:

View, read, and download content for personal, non-commercial use
Share content on social media with proper attribution to The AI Journal
Print content for personal reference (not for commercial distribution)
Subscribe to our newsletter and communications
Participate in comments or discussions (where available and moderated)
Contact us with inquiries or feedback

3.3 Attribution Requirements

When sharing or referencing our content, you must provide proper attribution to The AI Journal Ltd, including a link to the original article or content where technically feasible.

4. Prohibited Use & Activities

4.1 General Prohibited Activities

You agree not to:

Reproduce, distribute, or republish our content without express written permission (except for limited personal use as outlined above)
Use our content for commercial purposes without a licensing agreement
Remove, obscure, or alter any copyright notices, trademarks, or proprietary markings
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems, networks, or servers
Interfere with or disrupt the normal operation of our website or services
Engage in any form of hacking, data scraping, or automated content collection
Use bots, scrapers, or other automated tools to access our content (except search engine crawlers and as permitted by robots.txt)
Transmit viruses, malware, or any code intended to harm our systems or data
Engage in spam, phishing, or fraudulent activities
Impersonate other users or misrepresent your identity
Harass, threaten, or abuse other users or The AI Journal team
Post or transmit content that violates our Prohibited Content Policy (see separate policy)

4.2 Prohibited Content

For a comprehensive list of prohibited content, see our Prohibited Content Policy page. In summary, you agree not to submit, post, or share:

Adult, sexually explicit, or NSFW content
Content endangering children or promoting child exploitation
Defamatory, libelous, or harmful content
Illegal content or instructions for illegal activities
Pirated, copyrighted, or unlicensed material
Unsafe links, malware, or phishing content
Off-topic spam or low-quality content
Misinformation or deliberate falsehoods
Hate speech or discriminatory content
Graphic violence or disturbing imagery

5. Content Ownership & Intellectual Property

5.1 Our Intellectual Property

All content on The AI Journal website, including but not limited to articles, videos, podcasts, infographics, design elements, layout, source code, and trademarks, is owned by The AI Journal Ltd or licensed from third parties. These materials are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

5.2 Your Content License Grant

If you submit, post, or upload any content to our platform (including comments, feedback, or user-generated material), you grant The AI Journal Ltd a perpetual, non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free, sublicensable license to use, reproduce, modify, distribute, and display your content in connection with our services and marketing.

5.3 Responsibility for Your Content

You remain responsible for all content you submit. You represent and warrant that:

You own or have proper rights to all content you submit
Your content does not infringe any third-party intellectual property rights
Your content complies with all applicable laws and our policies
You have obtained all necessary permissions and licenses for any third-party material (images, videos, music, etc.) included in your submission

6. Third-Party Content & Links

6.1 Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, services, and resources (“Third-Party Links”). The AI Journal Ltd:

Does not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for third-party content or services
Is not liable for the accuracy, legality, or quality of third-party content
Does not monitor or verify third-party sites for compliance, security, or appropriateness
Is not responsible for privacy practices, data collection, or terms of service of third-party sites

6.2 Your Use of Third-Party Services

Your use of any third-party service is governed by that service’s terms, privacy policy, and practices. We recommend reviewing those terms before using any linked service. By clicking a Third-Party Link, you acknowledge you are leaving The AI Journal and assume all risk associated with using external services.

6.3 User Discretion

You use third-party services and content at your own risk. The AI Journal provides links for informational purposes only and does not represent that linked content is accurate, safe, or appropriate.

7.1 Advertising Partnerships

Our website uses advertising technology and partners to deliver targeted ads. Key partners include:

Ezoic: Premium advertising partner providing ad optimization and serving
Google AdSense & Google Advertising Products: Contextual and behavioral advertising
Third-Party Ad Networks: Various advertising platforms for display and behavioral targeting

7.2 Data Sharing with Ad Partners

By using our website, you consent to:

Collection of browsing data (pages visited, time spent, clicks, etc.)
Use of cookies and tracking technologies by The AI Journal and ad partners
Sharing of non-personally identifiable data with Ezoic, Google, and other ad partners for advertising optimization
Targeted advertising based on your browsing behavior and interests

7.3 No Endorsement

The AI Journal does not endorse, recommend, or have any control over advertiser products or services. Advertisements do not represent our opinion or editorial position. You interact with advertisers at your own risk.

7.4 Ad Exclusion & Opt-Out

For information on opting out of personalized advertising, see our Privacy Policy and the Ezoic and Google advertising opt-out resources.

7.5 Editorial Independence

Our editorial content, analysis, and opinions are independent of advertising partnerships. We maintain strict editorial standards and do not allow advertising to influence our content decisions.

8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

8.1 Cookie Use

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies (pixels, web beacons, local storage) to:

Remember user preferences and login information
Analyze website usage and performance (Google Analytics)
Serve targeted advertisements (Ezoic, Google Ads)
Improve user experience and functionality

8.2 Types of Cookies

Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality
Performance Cookies: Analytics and usage tracking
Advertising Cookies: Behavioral tracking for ad targeting
Third-Party Cookies: Set by ad partners and analytics providers

8.3 Opt-Out Options

You can control cookies through your browser settings or by using:

Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Extension
Your browser’s “Do Not Track” feature (if supported)
Third-party cookie management tools
Individual advertiser opt-out mechanisms

For more details, see our Privacy Policy.

9. Disclaimers & Limitation of Liability

9.1 “AS IS” Service

The AI Journal and all content, services, and materials are provided on an “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis without warranties of any kind. We make no representations or warranties regarding:

Accuracy, completeness, or reliability of content
Fitness for a particular purpose
Non-infringement of third-party rights
Uninterrupted or error-free access
Security or freedom from viruses or malware

9.2 Disclaimer of Warranties

To the fullest extent permitted by law, The AI Journal Ltd disclaims all express and implied warranties, including:

Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
Warranties of title or non-infringement
Warranties regarding the quality, accuracy, or timeliness of content
Warranties that defects will be corrected

9.3 No Liability for Indirect Damages

To the fullest extent permitted by English law, The AI Journal Ltd, its directors, officers, employees, agents, and partners shall not be liable for:

Indirect, incidental, consequential, special, punitive, or exemplary damages
Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
Loss of goodwill or reputational harm
Any damages arising from your use or inability to use our services
Damages arising from third-party content or services

This limitation applies even if The AI Journal has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

9.4 Limitation of Liability Cap

Except where prohibited by law, The AI Journal’s total liability to you for all claims arising from these Terms or your use of our services shall not exceed £100 or the fees you have paid to The AI Journal in the 12 months preceding the claim, whichever is greater.

9.5 Your Remedies

Your exclusive remedy for any claim arising from these Terms is to discontinue use of our services and seek damages only to the extent permitted by law.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless The AI Journal Ltd, its directors, officers, employees, agents, and partners from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorney fees) arising from or related to:

Your use or misuse of our services
Your breach of these Terms
Your submission of content that infringes third-party rights
Your violation of any applicable law or regulation
Your violation of any third-party rights
Any harm caused by content you submit

This indemnification obligation applies regardless of whether The AI Journal knew or should have known of the potential for such damages.

11. User Accounts & Credentials

11.1 Account Security

If you create an account on our platform, you are responsible for:

Maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials
Preventing unauthorized access to your account
Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized use
All activities that occur under your account

11.2 Account Termination

We may suspend or terminate your account at any time, with or without cause, for:

Violation of these Terms
Violation of our Prohibited Content Policy
Fraudulent or illegal activity
Non-payment (if applicable)
Inactivity or other reasons at our sole discretion

Termination does not relieve you of any obligations or liabilities incurred before termination.

12. Service Availability & Modifications

12.1 Service Availability

We do not guarantee uninterrupted access to our website or services. The AI Journal may experience downtime for:

Scheduled maintenance
Emergency repairs or updates
Server issues or technical problems
Natural disasters or circumstances beyond our control

12.2 Modifications to Services

The AI Journal reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any feature or service at any time without notice or liability. We may also modify these Terms at any time.

12.3 Continued Use Implies Acceptance

Your continued use of our services after modifications constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms. We recommend reviewing these Terms periodically for updates.

13. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

13.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with English law, without regard to conflicts of law principles.

13.2 Exclusive Jurisdiction

You and The AI Journal agree that any legal action or proceeding arising from these Terms or your use of our services shall be exclusively brought in the courts of England and Wales. You irrevocably submit to the jurisdiction of these courts.

13.3 Dispute Resolution

In the event of a dispute, we encourage you to contact us first to attempt informal resolution. If informal resolution is unsuccessful, disputes may be referred to mediation or arbitration as permitted by English law.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable, or if not possible, severed. All other provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, Prohibited Content Policy, Contributor Agreement, Copyright Policy, and Communications Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and The AI Journal regarding your use of our services. These Terms supersede all prior agreements, understandings, and negotiations.

16. Waiver

No waiver of any provision of these Terms is effective unless in writing and signed by The AI Journal. The failure to enforce any right or provision does not constitute a waiver of that right or provision.

17. Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or complaints regarding these Terms of Service, please contact:

The AI Journal Ltd

Address: 49 High Street, Stourbridge, UK, DY8 1DE
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://aijourn.com/

18. Additional Policies

These Terms of Service should be read in conjunction with the following policies, which are incorporated by reference:

Privacy Policy – Data protection, cookies, and personal information
Prohibited Content Policy – Content standards and restrictions
Contributor Agreement – Terms for guest posters and contributors
Copyright Policy – Copyright ownership and DMCA procedures
Communications Policy – Newsletter and email communications
Advertiser & Partner Policy – Advertising and partnership disclosures

By using The AI Journal, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.