About The GUO Times

Welcome to The GUO Times!
At The GUO Times, we believe that everyone deserves their own voice and unique opinion. GUO stands for Gallery of Unique Opinions, and we strive to embody that name in everything we do. Founded on the idea that you don’t need to be an expert to share your opinions, we are committed to providing a platform where each person has an equal opportunity to publish their work, whether through writing or art.

The GUO Times provides everyone with a journal of writing and a gallery of artwork in our GUA (Gallery of Unique Art). Both are open to publishing by anyone who wishes to share their unique perspectives and creative expressions.

Join us here at The GUO Times, where your voice matters and your work can have an equal opportunity to be seen. We hope you will stamp your name into history as you publish some of your best and unique work with us here at The GUO Times.

Terms and Conditions

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using The GUO Times website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the site.

2. User Submissions

2.1 Ownership: By submitting content (articles, artwork, etc.) to The GUO Times, you affirm that the content is your original work and you retain all ownership rights.

2.2 License: By submitting content, you grant The GUO Times a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, modify, publish, and distribute your content in any media formats and through any media channels.

2.3 Prohibited Content: Submissions must not contain explicit content or any material deemed NSFW (Not Safe For Work). The GUO Times reserves the right to reject or remove any content that violates these guidelines.

3. User Conduct

3.1 You agree not to use the site for any unlawful purpose or in any way that might harm, damage, or disparage any other party.

3.2 You agree not to interfere with the operation of the site or the servers or networks used to make the site available.

4. Intellectual Property

All content and materials on the site, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, and images, are the intellectual property of The GUO Times or its content suppliers and are protected by applicable copyright and trademark laws.

5. Disclaimer of Warranties

The site is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. The GUO Times makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding the operation of the site or the content, information, and materials available on the site.

6. Limitation of Liability

In no event shall The GUO Times be liable for any damages of any kind arising from the use of the site, including but not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, punitive, and consequential damages.

7. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless The GUO Times, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses arising out of or in any way connected with your access to or use of the site.

8. Modifications to Terms

The GUO Times reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the site following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.

9. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction in which The GUO Times operates, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at theguotimes@gmail.com.

By using The GUO Times website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 8/8/2024

1. Introduction

The GUO Times is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully.
If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the site.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information: We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you submit content or contact us. This information may include your name, email address, and any other information you choose to provide.

2.2 Non-Personal Information: We may collect non-personal information about you whenever you interact with our site. This may include your browser type, operating system, access times, and the pages you have viewed directly before and after accessing the site.

3. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information we collect from you for various purposes, including:

  • To operate and maintain the site
  • To improve our products, services, and user experience
  • To communicate with you, including responding to your inquiries and sending you updates and promotional materials
  • To process your submissions
  • To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights and interests

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties except as described below:

  • Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as hosting, data analysis, and customer service.
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

5. Data Security

We use administrative, technical, and physical security measures to help protect your personal information. While we have taken reasonable steps to secure the personal information you provide to us, please be aware that despite our efforts, no security measures are perfect or impenetrable, and no method of data transmission can be guaranteed against any interception or other type of misuse.

6. Third-Party Links

The site may contain links to third-party websites and services that are not owned or controlled by The GUO Times. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

7. Children's Privacy

The GUO Times does not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children under the age of 13 without verifiable parental consent. If you are under 13, please have your parent or guardian fill out and submit this Parental Consent Form to comply with COPPA. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under age 13 without parental consent, we will delete that information as quickly as possible. If you believe we might have any information from or about a child under 13, please contact us.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page with a new effective date. Your continued use of the site after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at theguotimes@gmail.com or submit a Jira ticket here .

By using The GUO Times website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.