Welcome to Open Edge Media (https://openedgemedia.com). These Terms and Conditions govern your use of our website and services. By accessing or using the site, you agree to comply with and be bound by all terms outlined below. If you do not agree to these Terms, you should discontinue using the site immediately.
1. General Use
Open Edge Media is an independent digital platform that publishes articles, blogs, and multimedia content covering lifestyle, fashion, celebrity gossip, entertainment, sports, food, finance, technology, and local U.S. news.
All information provided is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The website does not provide professional, financial, medical, or legal advice. You agree to use the website solely for lawful purposes and in a manner that does not violate any applicable laws or regulations in the United States, the European Union, or other jurisdictions.
You may not use the website to:
- Violate any local, state, national, or international laws or regulations.
- Transmit, distribute, or upload malicious software, viruses, or harmful code.
- Interfere with or disrupt the security, functionality, or performance of the website.
- Attempt to access data not intended for you or breach the site’s security systems.
2. Content Disclaimer
Open Edge Media publishes digital articles that may include a combination of original writing, research, third-party contributions, and technology-assisted editing. While our editorial team strives to ensure accuracy, content may occasionally include factual errors, outdated details, or misinterpretations.
We do not guarantee the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of any information published. All use of content is at the reader’s discretion and risk.
If you discover an error or inaccurate information, please notify us at info@openedgemedia.com. Upon review, our editorial team will make appropriate updates, corrections, or remove the content if necessary.
3. Intellectual Property
All materials published on Open Edge Media, including but not limited to text, articles, graphics, photos, videos, design, and branding, are the exclusive property of Open Edge Media unless otherwise credited.
You may not reproduce, republish, distribute, or exploit any content for commercial use without our prior written permission.
Fair Use: You may share excerpts or short portions of our content provided that proper credit is given to Open Edge Media and a direct link to the original page is included.
Third-Party Rights: Some content, such as images or quotations, may belong to third parties. If you believe your intellectual property rights have been infringed upon, please contact us for prompt review and resolution.
4. User Conduct
By using Open Edge Media, you agree not to:
- Post or share unlawful, defamatory, or offensive material.
- Harass, abuse, or threaten other readers or contributors.
- Misrepresent your identity or affiliation with any person or organization.
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the website or related systems.
We reserve the right to restrict, suspend, or terminate access to users who violate these Terms or engage in any activity that harms the site’s integrity or community.
5. External Links
Our website may include links to third-party websites, resources, or services for additional reference or convenience. Open Edge Media does not control or endorse external websites and is not responsible for their accuracy, availability, or content. Accessing external links is at your own risk, and you should review their respective terms and privacy policies.
6. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Open Edge Media, its owners, contributors, employees, and partners shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from your use of the website or reliance on its content.
This includes, but is not limited to, financial loss, business interruption, data loss, or any form of damage arising from the use or inability to use the website.
By using the site, you acknowledge that Open Edge Media provides content “as is” and “as available,” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.
7. Privacy and Data Protection
Open Edge Media respects your privacy and handles all personal information in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), the California Online Privacy Protection Act (CalOPPA), and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for European users.
Information We Collect:
- Data voluntarily provided by users (e.g., name, email address via contact forms or newsletter subscriptions).
- Non-personal data such as browser type, IP address, and site usage statistics.
How We Use Data:
- To respond to inquiries or feedback.
- To improve website performance and user experience.
- To send newsletters or updates if subscribed.
Your Rights:
Residents of California and the European Union may request access to, correction of, or deletion of their personal data. You may also request to opt out of marketing communications at any time.
Requests can be submitted to info@openedgemedia.com.
While we implement reasonable security measures to protect personal information, no digital system is entirely secure, and users share data at their own risk.
8. Jurisdiction and Governing Law
These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States of America.
For users residing in the European Union, Open Edge Media adheres to GDPR compliance standards regarding data privacy and international data transfers.
Any disputes arising from the use of the website shall be resolved under the jurisdiction of U.S. federal and state courts. By using the website, international users consent to having their information processed in accordance with U.S. law while retaining their rights under applicable international regulations.
9. Modifications to Terms
Open Edge Media reserves the right to update, revise, or modify these Terms and Conditions at any time without prior notice. Updates will be reflected with a revised “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. Continued use of the website after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.
10. Termination of Access
We may suspend or terminate access to the website at our discretion, without prior notice, for conduct that violates these Terms or harms our users or operations. All provisions regarding intellectual property, disclaimers, and limitations of liability will survive termination.
11. Contact Information
For questions, feedback, corrections, or legal inquiries regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact:
Email: info@openedgemedia.com
12. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using https://openedgemedia.com, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions in full, including all policies related to privacy, data protection, and content usage.
Last Updated: September 2025
