Saculture Terms of Service

Effective Date: April 13, 2025

Welcome to Saculture! Please read these Terms of Service (“Terms”) carefully before using our website at [www.saculture.net] (the “Site”). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms and by our Privacy Policy.

If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Site.

1. About Saculture

Saculture is an online publication with a mission to capture and share Sacramento’s story as it unfolds. We spotlight everything that defines our city, celebrating the culture that makes Sacramento unique in the heart of the Valley.

All content on this Site is intended for informational, editorial, and illustrative purposes.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years old to access or use this Site. By using the Site, you represent and warrant that you meet this eligibility requirement.

3. Use of the Site

You agree to use Saculture’s Site for lawful purposes only. You must not use the Site:

• In any way that violates any applicable federal, state, local, or international law.

• To impersonate or attempt to impersonate Saculture, a Saculture staff member, or any other person or entity.

• To engage in any conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone’s use or enjoyment of the Site.

Saculture reserves the right to terminate or restrict your access to the Site if you violate these Terms.

4. Intellectual Property

Unless explicitly stated otherwise, Saculture does not claim ownership of photographs, videos, or other visual content displayed on the Site.

All content featured on the Site, including but not limited to photographs and videos, may be sourced from collaborators, publicly accessible platforms, or third parties, and is used for informational, editorial, or illustrative purposes.

We make every reasonable effort to provide proper attribution to the rightful owners of such content. If you believe your intellectual property has been used without appropriate credit or authorization, please contact us at admin@saculture.net. Upon verification, we will either:

• Provide proper attribution to the creator or rights holder; or

• Remove the content from our website, if requested or deemed necessary.

Use of content on the Site does not imply endorsement, sponsorship, or association with Saculture unless explicitly stated.

Saculture operates under the principle of fair use and respects all applicable copyright laws.

5. AI Content Editing Disclaimer

At Saculture, we utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in editing and refining articles, descriptions, and other content featured on our Site. AI is used to enhance clarity, consistency, and readability while preserving the original intent and authenticity of our storytelling.

All AI-edited content is reviewed by our editorial team to ensure it aligns with Saculture’s values and our commitment to accurate, high-quality journalism.

If you have any questions or concerns about our use of AI, please contact us at admin@saculture.net.

6. Links to Third-Party Sites

The Site may contain links to third-party websites that are not owned or controlled by Saculture. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites. Access third-party sites at your own risk.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site is provided on an “as-is” and “as-available” basis. Saculture makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding the reliability, accuracy, or availability of the Site or any content therein.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Saculture, its affiliates, and its contributors will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of your use of the Site.

9. Changes to the Terms

Saculture reserves the right to modify or update these Terms at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, our content, or anything else related to Saculture, please contact us at:

admin@saculture.net