Website: Legal Notices

Intellectual Property & Linking

Copyright Notice

© 2024 Roar Media Holdings (Pty) Ltd, Registration No. 2024/243414/07. All Rights Reserved.
All content, including but not limited to text, images, graphics, logos, and software, is the property of Roar Media Holdings (Pty) Ltd unless otherwise stated. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or use of any content without prior written permission is strictly prohibited.

Errors and Omissions Excepted (E&OE): While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information presented, Roar Media Holdings (Pty) Ltd accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions.

For permissions, licensing, or inquiries, please contact us.

Linking Policy

Effective Date: Thursday, 17 October 2024

Last Updated: Thursday, 24 October 2024

This Linking Policy outlines the terms and conditions under which Roar Media Holdings (Pty) Ltd ("we," "our," or "us") on roar-media.com ("the Site") permits third-party websites to link to the Site, and how we manage outbound links from our Site to external websites. By linking to or from our Site, you agree to comply with this Linking Policy.

1. Outbound Links from Our Website

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources for your convenience and informational purposes only. By providing these links, we do not endorse or assume any responsibility for the content, products, services, or policies of such third-party sites. We are not responsible for the availability, accuracy, or security of these external sites.

1.1. No Control Over Third-Party Sites

We do not control or maintain the content of third-party websites. The use of third-party websites is subject to their respective terms of use and privacy policies, and you are encouraged to review these documents before interacting with their services. We do not warrant or make any representations about any third-party website, nor do we guarantee that they are free from harmful components such as malware or viruses.

1.2. Limitation of Liability for Outbound Links

Under no circumstances will we be liable for any loss, damage, or harm that arises from the use of third-party websites, including but not limited to transactions or interactions that take place on those sites.

2. Inbound Links to Our Website

You are welcome to link to our website, provided that you comply with the following terms and conditions. By linking to our Site, you agree to these terms in full.

2.1. Appropriate Use of Links

You may link to our homepage or any publicly accessible page on our Site, but the link must not:

  • Create any false impression that we are affiliated with, endorse, or approve your site, products, or services without prior written consent.

  • Suggest any form of relationship, partnership, or collaboration unless such relationship exists and has been agreed upon in writing by us.

  • Use any of our logos, trademarks, or proprietary images without explicit permission.

  • Contain offensive, misleading, defamatory, or unlawful content.

2.2. Restrictions on Linking

We reserve the right to prohibit any linking that:

  • Involves framing, deep linking, or inline linking, without our explicit permission.

  • Links to pages that are not publicly accessible or are subject to login restrictions.

  • Links from sites that contain adult content, promote illegal activities, or violate intellectual property rights.

2.3. Ownership of Links

We reserve the right to request the removal of any link to our Site that we deem inappropriate or harmful to our reputation. You agree to immediately remove the link upon our request.

3. No Endorsement

Linking to our website does not constitute an endorsement or approval of your site, services, or products. Likewise, links from our website to external websites do not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation of the third-party services, products, or content. All links provided on our Site are for informational or convenience purposes only, and users are advised to use their own discretion when engaging with such content.

4. Link Removal

We reserve the right to remove links on our Site at any time, without prior notice, for any reason. Additionally, we may update or change the URL structure of our Site without notice, which may result in broken or obsolete links. We are not responsible for notifying third parties of any URL changes.

If you believe a link on our Site is inappropriate or harmful, or if you would like us to remove a link to your site, please contact us. However, we are under no obligation to remove a link unless required by law.

5. No Use of Logos, Trademarks, or Content

Without express written permission, you may not use any of our logos, trademarks, or copyrighted content in the link or on the linking site, including but not limited to the use of images, banners, or textual references.

5.1. Proper Attribution

If linking to our content (e.g., articles, blog posts, research, etc.), you must properly attribute the source and must not copy or reproduce the content without our permission. Any unauthorized use of our copyrighted material is strictly prohibited.

6. Security and Privacy

Please note that when you follow a link to an external website, our Privacy Policy no longer applies, and your interaction with the third-party site will be governed by their respective privacy policies. We advise users to review these policies before submitting any personal information or engaging with their services.

7. Changes to this Linking Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Linking Policy at any time, with or without notice. The changes will take effect once posted on this page. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed of any changes.

8. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Linking Policy, please contact us.

Website User Agreement

Effective Date: Thursday, 17 October 2024
Last Updated: Thursday, 24 October 2024

This Website User Agreement ("Agreement") is a binding contract between you ("User," "you," or "your") and by Roar Media Holdings (Pty) Ltd ("we," "our," or "us"), governing your use of the website located at roar-media.com (the "Site"). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to comply with and be bound by this Agreement, as well as our [Privacy Policy], [Terms of Service] (Again we should update this to encompass the full legal notice list when we confirm publish + link), and any other policies referenced herein.

If you do not agree with any part of this Agreement, please discontinue your use of the Site immediately.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using this Site, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the terms outlined in this Agreement, which may be updated or modified by us from time to time without prior notice. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the modified terms.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to use this Site, or the age of legal majority in your jurisdiction if greater. By using the Site, you represent and warrant that:

  • You meet the eligibility requirements;

  • All information you submit is truthful, current, and accurate;

  • You will maintain the accuracy of such information;

  • Your use of the Site will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

3. User Account

To access certain features of the Site, you may be required to create an account. You agree to:

  • Provide accurate, complete, and current information as part of the registration process;

  • Keep your account login credentials confidential;

  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access or use of your account.

You are solely responsible for all activities that occur under your account. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account if we suspect any unauthorized or inappropriate activity.

4. Use of the Site

You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes and in accordance with this Agreement. Specifically, you agree not to:

  • Use the Site in any manner that could disable, overburden, or impair the Site or interfere with any other party’s use of the Site.

  • Use the Site to transmit or distribute any harmful, fraudulent, or illegal content.

  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site or systems.

  • Misrepresent your identity or affiliation with any person or entity.

We reserve the right to monitor, edit, or remove any content that violates this Agreement or applicable law.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on the Site, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of Roar Media Holdings (Pty) Ltd 2024/243414/07 or its licensors and is protected by intellectual property laws. You agree not to reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works of any content without prior written consent from us or the appropriate rights holder.

The trademarks, logos, and service marks displayed on the Site are owned by Roar Media Holdings (Pty) Ltd 2024/243414/07 or third-party partners. All third-party partners names, logos, product and service names, designs, slogans, taglines or bylines of third parties that appear on or in the Services are the trademarks of their respective owners. You may not use any of these marks without prior written permission from the respective owners.

6. User-Generated Content

If you submit, upload, or post any content (such as comments, reviews, or media) to the Site, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, fully sublicensable, and transferable license to use, reproduce, modify, publish, translate, and display such content for any purpose, without compensation to you.

You represent and warrant that:

  • You own or have the necessary rights to submit the content;

  • Your content does not infringe upon any third-party intellectual property rights or violate any law;

  • Your content does not contain harmful, obscene, defamatory, or illegal material.

We reserve the right, but have no obligation, to review, edit, or remove any user-generated content.

7. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of the Site is subject to our [Privacy Policy], which explains how we collect, use, and share your personal information. By using the Site, you agree to the terms of our Privacy Policy.

8. Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites that are not owned or controlled by us. We do not endorse or assume any responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party sites. You agree that we shall not be liable for any damage or loss caused by your use of or reliance on any such third-party sites. Refer to our [Linking Policy] (link) for additional information.

9. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site and all content, products, and services provided through the Site are provided on an "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" basis, without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

  • Warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement;

  • Warranties that the Site will be secure, error-free, uninterrupted, or free of viruses or harmful components.

You use the Site at your own risk, and we make no guarantees as to the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the content available through the Site.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, in no event shall Roar Media Holdings (Pty) Ltd 2024/243414/07, its affiliates, directors, employees, or agents be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages, including but not limited to lost profits, data loss, or other intangible losses arising from:

  • Your use of, or inability to use, the Site;

  • Any unauthorized access to or use of our servers or any personal information stored on them;

  • Any errors or omissions in the content or services provided on the Site.

11. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Roar Media Holdings (Pty) Ltd 2024/243414/07, its affiliates, employees, directors, and agents from any claims, damages, liabilities, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising out of or related to your use of the Site, violation of this Agreement, or violation of any third-party rights.

12. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Site, without notice, for any reason, including but not limited to:

  • Violation of this Agreement;

  • Illegal or unauthorized use of the Site;

  • Disruption or interference with the proper functioning of the Site.

Upon termination, your right to access the Site will immediately cease. Any provisions of this Agreement that by their nature should survive termination shall remain in effect, including but not limited to intellectual property rights, disclaimers, indemnities, and limitations of liability.

13. Governing Law

This Agreement is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of South Africa, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising out of or in connection with this Agreement will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Gauteng, South Africa.

14. Changes to this Agreement

We reserve the right to modify or update this Agreement at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the "Effective Date" will be updated accordingly. Your continued use of the Site following the posting of any changes constitutes your acceptance of those changes.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Agreement, please contact us.