Terms of Service

Last Updated: October 19, 2025

Please read these terms carefully before using The Wellington Times website and services.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using The Wellington Times website ("Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our Service.

2. Use of Service

2.1 License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our Service for personal, non-commercial purposes, subject to these terms.

2.2 Restrictions

You agree not to:

• Use the Service for any unlawful purpose
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Interfere with or disrupt the Service
• Use automated systems to access the Service without permission
• Reproduce, duplicate, copy, or resell any part of our Service
• Modify, adapt, or hack the Service
• Remove any copyright or proprietary notices

3. User Accounts

3.1 Registration

To access certain features, you may need to create an account. You must provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration and keep your account information updated.

3.2 Account Security

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities under your account. Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use.

3.3 Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms or for any other reason at our discretion.

4. Subscriptions and Payments

4.1 Subscription Terms

Paid subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled before the renewal date. You authorize us to charge your payment method on each renewal period.

4.2 Cancellation and Refunds

You may cancel your subscription at any time. Cancellations take effect at the end of the current billing period. We do not offer refunds for partial subscription periods except as required by law.

4.3 Price Changes

We reserve the right to change subscription prices. We will provide advance notice of price changes, and continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of new prices.

5. Content

5.1 Our Content

All content on The Wellington Times, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is our property or the property of our licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

5.2 User-Generated Content

When you submit content (comments, letters, etc.), you:

• Grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and publish that content
• Warrant that you own or have rights to the content
• Agree that the content does not violate any laws or third-party rights
• Acknowledge that we may edit, remove, or refuse to publish content at our discretion

5.3 Community Guidelines

User content must not:

• Be defamatory, obscene, or offensive
• Violate others' privacy or intellectual property rights
• Contain spam, advertising, or solicitations
• Impersonate others or misrepresent affiliations
• Promote illegal activities
• Contain malware or malicious code

6. Intellectual Property

"The Wellington Times" name, logo, and all related marks are trademarks. You may not use our trademarks without prior written permission. All rights not expressly granted are reserved.

7. Third-Party Links and Services

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party sites. Your use of third-party services is at your own risk.

8. Disclaimers

8.1 Service Provided "As Is"

The Service is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

8.2 Editorial Content

While we strive for accuracy, we make no warranties about the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of our content. Content is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as professional advice.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Wellington Times shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, or any loss of data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses resulting from your use of the Service.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless The Wellington Times and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from your use of the Service or violation of these terms.

11. Copyright Infringement

If you believe content on our Service infringes your copyright, please contact us at:

12. Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of New Zealand. Any disputes shall be resolved in the courts of Wellington, New Zealand.

13. Changes to Terms

We may modify these terms at any time. We will post updated terms on this page and update the "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of modified terms.

14. Severability

If any provision of these terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

15. Entire Agreement

These terms constitute the entire agreement between you and The Wellington Times regarding the Service and supersede all prior agreements.

16. Contact Information

For questions about these terms, contact: