Welcome to RAMzine. By accessing or using our website at [www.ramzine.co.uk], you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. Please read them carefully.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing, browsing, or using RAMzine (“the Website,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the Website.
We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Continued use of the Website following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms.
2. Description of Service
RAMzine is an online music publication providing news, reviews, interviews, and editorial content focused on rock and metal music. Our services include but are not limited to:
- Editorial content (articles, reviews, interviews, features)
- Email newsletters
- Social media content
- Reader contribution/membership programmes (where applicable)
3. Intellectual Property Rights
Our Content
All content published on RAMzine, including but not limited to text, photographs, graphics, logos, audio, video, and software, is the property of RAMzine or our content providers and is protected by UK and international copyright laws.
You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works from, publicly display, or exploit any of our content without prior written permission, except for:
- Sharing links to our content on social media
- Brief quotations for criticism or review purposes, with appropriate attribution
- Personal, non-commercial use
User-Submitted Content
By submitting content to RAMzine (including comments, letters, photographs, or other materials), you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, worldwide licence to use, reproduce, modify, publish, and distribute such content in any media.
You represent that you own or have the necessary rights to any content you submit and that such content does not infringe upon the rights of any third party.
4. User Conduct
When using RAMzine, you agree not to:
- Post or transmit any content that is unlawful, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, vulgar, obscene, or otherwise objectionable
- Impersonate any person or entity or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity
- Interfere with or disrupt the Website or servers connected to it
- Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any portion of the Website
- Use automated systems (bots, scrapers, etc.) to access the Website without our express permission
- Use the Website for any commercial purpose without our prior written consent
- Violate any applicable local, national, or international law
We reserve the right to remove any content and suspend or terminate access for users who violate these terms.
5. Comments and Community Guidelines
RAMzine may offer commenting features on articles. When participating in discussions, you agree to:
- Be respectful of other readers, artists, and our writers
- Stay on topic and contribute constructively
- Refrain from personal attacks, hate speech, or discriminatory language
- Not post spam, advertisements, or promotional content
- Not post spoilers without appropriate warnings
We moderate comments and reserve the right to remove any comments that violate these guidelines without notice.
6. Reader Contributions and Memberships
Where RAMzine offers reader contributions or membership programmes:
- Contributions are voluntary and support our independent journalism
- Membership benefits, if any, will be clearly described at the point of sign-up
- Recurring contributions may be cancelled at any time through your account settings or by contacting us
- Refunds are provided at our discretion; please contact us if you have concerns
- We reserve the right to modify membership benefits with reasonable notice
7. Third-Party Links and Content
RAMzine may contain links to third-party websites, including but not limited to music retailers, streaming services, ticket vendors, and social media platforms. These links are provided for your convenience only.
We do not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites. You access third-party sites at your own risk.
Affiliate Links
RAMzine may participate in affiliate programmes. This means we may earn a commission when you purchase products through certain links on our site. This does not affect the price you pay or our editorial independence. Any affiliate relationships will be disclosed in accordance with applicable advertising standards.
Age-Restricted Content
Some content on RAMzine may relate to age-restricted products or services, including gambling. Users are responsible for ensuring they meet the legal age requirements in their jurisdiction before engaging with such content.
8. Disclaimer of Warranties
RAMzine is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. We make no warranties, express or implied, regarding:
- The accuracy, reliability, or completeness of any content
- The availability or uninterrupted operation of the Website
- The correction of any errors or defects
- The absence of viruses or other harmful components
Our opinions expressed in reviews and editorial content are subjective and should not be taken as definitive statements of fact.
9. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, RAMzine and its owners, editors, contributors, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:
- Your use of or inability to use the Website
- Any content obtained from the Website
- Unauthorised access to your data
- Any third-party conduct or content on the Website
Our total liability for any claims arising from your use of the Website shall not exceed the amount you have paid to us, if any, in the twelve months preceding the claim.
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless RAMzine, its owners, editors, contributors, and affiliates from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from:
- Your use of the Website
- Your violation of these Terms of Service
- Your violation of any third-party rights
- Any content you submit to the Website
11. Privacy
Your use of RAMzine is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. Please review our Privacy Policy at [link to privacy policy].
12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of the Website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
13. Severability
If any provision of these Terms of Service is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
14. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:
RAMzine Email: [info@ramzine.co.uk] Website: [www.ramzine.co.uk]
15. Contributor Terms
If you are a volunteer contributor to RAMzine, separate Contributor Terms apply to your relationship with us. These Terms of Service govern your use of the Website as a reader.
By using RAMzine, you acknowledge that you have read and understood these Terms of Service and agree to be bound by them.
