Terms of Use

Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Last Updated: August 4, 2025

These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your use of City News Service ("CNS," "we," "our," or "us"), including our website, mobile applications, WeChat mini-programs, offline event registrations, and related services (collectively, the "Platform"). By accessing or using the Platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use our Platform.

1. Definitions

  • "Platform": includes our website, mobile applications, WeChat mini-programs, offline event registration systems, and related services.
  • "User": means any individual or entity accessing or using the Platform.
  • "Content&quot: means any information, text, images, videos, listings, or materials uploaded or published on the Platform.
  • "Services": means services provided by CNS including directory listings, job boards, talent boards, and event listings.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old or the legal age of majority in your jurisdiction, have the legal capacity to enter into a binding agreement, and use the Platform in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations of the People's Republic of China ("China").

3. Account Registration

Certain Platform features require account registration. You agree to provide accurate, complete, and current information; maintain the confidentiality of your login credentials; and notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account. We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account for violations of these Terms or applicable laws.

4. User Conduct

Use the Platform lawfully and respectfully. Do not:

  • Post false, misleading, fraudulent, defamatory, obscene, or discriminatory content
  • Upload or transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
  • Scrape, copy, or reproduce Platform content without permission
  • Impersonate others or misrepresent your affiliation
  • Reverse engineer, decompile, or modify Platform software
  • Use automated systems or bots to access the Platform without express written consent
  • Interfere with or disrupt Platform operations or security

5. Content Moderation and Reporting

CNS reserves the right to moderate, edit, or remove any content that violates these Terms or applicable laws. Users may report inappropriate content via the contact details provided below.

6. Platform Features

  • Directory: Listings of businesses and services by location, industry, or category.
  • Job Board: Employers may post openings; candidates may apply or upload resumes.
  • Talent Board: Professionals may create profiles to showcase skills and availability.
  • Event Listings: Organizers may post events; users may browse and register or RSVP.

7. Third-Party Links and Services

The Platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. CNS is not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of such sites or services.

8. Content Ownership and License

You retain ownership of the content you post. By posting on the Platform, you grant CNS a worldwide, royalty-free, non-exclusive license to use, display, reproduce, and distribute your content as necessary to operate the Platform. You represent and warrant that you have the right to post such content and that it does not infringe third-party rights.

9. Intellectual Property

All Platform intellectual property, including text, graphics, logos, software, and design, is owned by CNS or its licensors. You may not use any intellectual property without prior written permission.

10. Fees and Payments

Some Platform features may require fees (e.g., premium listings, sponsored posts). Payments are non-refundable unless expressly stated otherwise. You agree to pay all applicable charges, provide accurate billing information, and abide by any third-party payment processor terms.

11. Service Availability and Changes

CNS reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Platform or Services at any time, with or without notice where practical.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless CNS, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses arising out of your use of the Platform or your violation of these Terms.

13. Force Majeure

CNS shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to events beyond its reasonable control, including natural disasters, wars, acts of government, or internet outages.

14. Termination

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Platform at any time, with or without notice, if you violate these Terms, engage in fraudulent or illegal activity, or as required by law or government order. Upon termination, your rights to use the Platform will cease immediately.

15. Disclaimers

The Platform is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind. CNS does not warrant that:

  • The Platform will be error-free or uninterrupted
  • The accuracy or reliability of any content
  • The Platform is free from harmful components

Use is at your own risk.

16. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, CNS is not liable for indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages; loss of data, profits, or business opportunities; or damages arising from unauthorized access to your data or account. Our aggregate liability is limited to the amount you paid to us in the six months preceding the claim.

17. Compliance with Chinese Law

You agree to use the Platform in compliance with all applicable Chinese laws, including the Cybersecurity Law, Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL), and Data Security Law. You must not post content prohibited by law, including content that undermines national unity or security, promotes violence, terrorism, or extremism, or infringes upon state interests or public order.

18. Modifications to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use of the Platform after changes take effect constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. Please review them periodically.

19. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of the People's Republic of China. Disputes arising under these Terms shall be submitted to a competent court in Shanghai.

20. Contact Us

For any questions about these Terms, please contact:
City News Service / Shanghai Daily
755 Weihai Road, Floor 40
Email: info@citynewsservice.cn

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