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EDITORIAL USE LICENSE AGREEMENT

This Editorial Use License Agreement (the "Agreement") governs your use of the images or videos ("Content") purchased from [www.punctumnews.com] ("Licensor"). By purchasing and downloading the Content, you agree to be bound by the terms and conditions of this Agreement.

1. GRANT OF LICENSE The Licensor grants you a non-exclusive, non-transferable, worldwide license to use the Content for editorial purposes only. Editorial use means the use of the Content in connection with news, commentary, education, or other content that is intended to inform, educate, or entertain the public. This use does not include any commercial, promotional, or advertising use.

2. SCOPE OF USE You may use the Content for the following editorial purposes:

  • In newspapers, magazines, and journals, both printed and digital.

  • In online publications, blogs, or websites focused on news or editorial content.

  • In television broadcasts, documentaries, or other media productions related to news, commentary, or educational content.

3. RESTRICTIONS The following uses of the Content are strictly prohibited:

  • Commercial use: You may not use the Content in any promotional, advertising, or marketing materials.

  • Modifications: You may not alter, modify, or manipulate the Content in a way that changes its editorial meaning or context. You may crop or resize the image or video for layout purposes, but must not make any other changes that mislead or distort the original content's meaning.

  • Sensitive Uses: You may not use the Content in any way that could be considered defamatory, libelous, offensive, or misleading.

  • No commercial products: You cannot incorporate the Content into any product for sale or licensing, such as merchandise, or distribute it as part of a collection of stock images or videos.

  • No endorsements: You cannot use the Content in a manner that would imply an endorsement of a product, service, or company by any individual, brand, or entity depicted in the Content, unless explicitly authorized.

4. EXCLUSIVITY The license granted under this Agreement is non-exclusive, meaning that the Licensor may license the same Content to other users for editorial use.

5. CREDIT If applicable, you agree to provide appropriate credit to the Licensor and/or the photographer/creator of the Content in a manner that complies with the editorial standards of your publication. The required credit may be included as part of the metadata, caption, or as a written attribution near the Content.

6. TERM OF LICENSE This license is valid for the duration of the Content’s use in your editorial project. However, the Licensor retains the right to terminate the license at any time in the event of a breach of this Agreement.

7. NO WARRANTY The Content is licensed "as is" without any warranty of any kind. The Licensor does not guarantee that the Content is free from defects or will be suitable for your purposes. You assume all risks related to the use of the Content.

8. INDEMNIFICATION You agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Licensor from any claims, damages, or liabilities arising from your use of the Content, including any claims related to the editorial context, accuracy, or legality of the content.

9. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY In no event shall the Licensor be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Content. The Licensor’s total liability shall not exceed the amount paid for the Content.

10. GOVERNING LAW This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Jurisdiction], without regard to its conflicts of law principles.



 

PERSONAL USE LICENSE AGREEMENT 

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This License Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into by and between [www.punctumnews.com] ("Licensor") and the individual purchasing the licensed media ("Licensee"). By purchasing and downloading images or videos, Licensee agrees to the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement.

1. GRANT OF LICENSE

Licensor grants Licensee a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable, revocable license to use the purchased photo(s) or video(s) ("Licensed Media") solely for personal use. This means:

  • The Licensed images or videos may be used for private viewing, personal projects, print for displaying at your home

  • The Licensed images or videos may not be used for any commercial, promotional, or professional purposes.

  • The Licensed images or videos may not be shared, resold, sublicensed, or redistributed in any form.

2. RESTRICTIONS ON USE

Licensee agrees to the following restrictions:

  • The Licensed images or videos may not be used in any way that is defamatory, pornographic, unlawful, obscene, or otherwise offensive.

  • The Licensed images or videos may not be altered, modified, or used to create derivative works beyond basic cropping, resizing, or color adjustments for personal use.

  • The Licensed images or videos may not be used in any manner that suggests endorsement or sponsorship by the Licensor or depicted individuals/entities.

  • The Licensed images or videos may not be used for resale, commercial distribution, advertising, marketing, business-related projects, or monetized content (e.g., YouTube videos with ad revenue).

3. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

All copyrights, trademarks, and ownership rights in and to the Licensed Media remain the sole property of the Licensor or its content creators. Licensee does not acquire any ownership rights by purchasing or downloading the Licensed images or videos.

4. TERMINATION

Licensor reserves the right to terminate this Agreement immediately if Licensee breaches any terms of this Agreement. Upon termination, Licensee must cease all use of the Licensed images or videos and delete any copies in their possession.

5. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES

The Licensed images or videos is provided "as is" without any warranty of any kind, express or implied. Licensor is not responsible for any claims, damages, or losses resulting from Licensee’s use of the Licensed images or videos.

6. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

In no event shall Licensor be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from the use of the Licensed images or videos.

7. GOVERNING LAW

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Jurisdiction], without regard to conflict of law principles.

8. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes any prior agreements or understandings regarding the Licensed images or videos.

By purchasing and downloading the Licensed images or videos, Licensee acknowledges and agrees to these terms.

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