Welcome to The National Pulse. These terms of service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of our website, thenationalpulse.com (“Website”), and our subscription service, Pulse+ (“Service”). By accessing or using the Website or Service, you acknowledge and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, do not access or use the Website or Service.
1. Access to the Website and Service
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and use the Website and Service for your personal, non-commercial use, subject to these Terms. Any other use of the Website or Service is strictly prohibited without our prior written consent.
2. Subscription Service
2.1 Subscription Requirements
To access Pulse+, you must create an account and purchase a subscription. By subscribing to the Service, you agree to pay the applicable subscription fee and any associated taxes.
2.2 Subscription Fees
All subscription fees are non-refundable. This includes, but is not limited to, cases of early cancellation, dissatisfaction with the Service, failure to access the Service due to user error, or technical issues on your end. We do not offer refunds, credits, or proration for unused subscription periods, partial months, or any other reason.
2.3 Fee Changes
We reserve the right to modify subscription fees at our sole discretion. If fees are adjusted, you will receive prior notice, and any changes will take effect at the start of your next billing cycle.
2.4 Automatic Renewal
Subscriptions to Pulse+ will automatically renew at the end of each subscription term unless you cancel your subscription before the renewal date. By subscribing, you authorize us to charge your payment method for the renewal fee unless you cancel.
3. User Content
You are solely responsible for any content that you post, upload, or transmit through the Website or Service (“User Content”). By submitting User Content, you grant us an irrevocable, worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual license to use, modify, reproduce, distribute, and display such content in any media. You represent and warrant that you own or have the right to use any User Content and that it does not violate the rights of any third party.
4. Intellectual Property
All content on the Website and Service, including but not limited to text, graphics, images, logos, and software, is the exclusive property of The National Pulse or its licensors. You may not reproduce, distribute, or otherwise use this content without prior written permission.
5. Prohibited Conduct
You may not:
- Use the Website or Service for unlawful purposes.
- Violate any intellectual property or privacy rights.
- Post or transmit harmful content, including viruses or malware.
- Interfere with the Website or Service’s functionality.
We reserve the right to terminate access for any prohibited conduct without notice.
6. No Refund Policy
All payments made for the Website or Service are final. We do not issue refunds for any reason. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Dissatisfaction with the Service.
- Early cancellation.
- Inability to access the Service due to technical issues.
- Changes to subscription fees or Service offerings.
By subscribing to Pulse+, you acknowledge and agree that all fees are non-refundable and that no exceptions will be made.
7. Disclaimer of Warranties
The Website and Service are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. We do not guarantee uninterrupted access, error-free performance, or compatibility with your devices. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we disclaim all warranties, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
8. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent allowed by law, we shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Website or Service.
9. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless The National Pulse, its employees, officers, agents, and affiliates from any claims or liabilities arising out of your use of the Website or Service or violation of these Terms.
10. Termination
We reserve the right to terminate your access to the Website or Service at any time, with or without cause or notice. Upon termination, all rights granted under these Terms will immediately cease.
11. Governing Law and Venue
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Virginia. Any disputes arising from these Terms shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Virginia.
12. Modification of Terms
We may modify these Terms at any time by posting an updated version on the Website. Your continued use of the Website or Service after any modifications indicates your acceptance of the revised Terms.
13. Contact Information
If you have questions or need assistance, please contact us at members@thenationalpulse.com.
