Terms of Service

Last Updated: 02/17/2025

Welcome to The Shift ("we," "us," or "our"), a news platform. By accessing or using our website, subscribing to our newsletter, or engaging with our content and services (collectively, the "Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Service.

1. Acceptance of Terms

These Terms govern your use of the Service. By using the Service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by these Terms, as well as our Privacy Policy (#). We may update these Terms from time to time, and your continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of any changes.

2. Eligibility

To use the Service, you must:

• Be at least 13 years of age (or the minimum age required in your jurisdiction to use online services without parental consent).

• Provide accurate and complete information when subscribing or interacting with the Service.

• Not be prohibited from using the Service under applicable laws or regulations.

3. Subscription and Access

3.1 Subscription

The Shift offers free and/or paid subscription tiers through Substack, our third-party hosting platform. Subscription details, including pricing and benefits, are provided at the time of subscription. We reserve the right to modify subscription offerings, pricing, or availability at our discretion.

3.2 Account Responsibility

If you create an account to access paid content or other features:

• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account information and password.

• You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account.

• You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account.

3.3 Third-Party Platform (Substack)

The Shift is hosted on Substack, a third-party platform. Your use of the Service is also subject to Substack’s Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. We are not responsible for Substack’s policies, practices, or availability.

4. Use of the Service

4.1 Permitted Use

You may use the Service for lawful, personal, and non-commercial purposes only, unless otherwise expressly permitted by us in writing.

4.2 Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to:

• Use the Service for any illegal or unauthorized purpose.

• Distribute, reproduce, or modify any content from The Shift without prior written consent, except as permitted under applicable copyright laws (e.g., fair use).

• Engage in any activity that interferes with or disrupts the Service, including hacking, scraping, or transmitting viruses.

• Harass, threaten, or defame others through comments, messages, or other interactions related to the Service.

• Impersonate any person or entity or provide false information.

• Use automated systems (e.g., bots) to access or interact with the Service without our permission.

5. Intellectual Property

5.1 Ownership

All content provided through the Service, including articles, images, logos, and other materials (collectively, "Content"), is owned by The Shift or its licensors and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

5.2 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and use the Content for personal, non-commercial purposes, subject to these Terms. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from the Content without our express written permission.

5.3 User Contributions

If you submit comments, feedback, or other content to The Shift (e.g., through comments sections or direct communication), you grant us a worldwide, royalty-free, perpetual, and non-exclusive license to use, reproduce, modify, and distribute such content in connection with the Service.

6. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Service at our sole discretion, with or without notice, for any reason, including if we believe you have violated these Terms. Upon termination, your right to access the Service will cease immediately.

7. Disclaimers

7.1 "As Is" Basis

The Service is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

7.2 Accuracy of Content

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any Content. The opinions expressed in our Content are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Shift.

7.3 Third-Party Links

The Service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of these third parties.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Shift, its affiliates, and its employees, agents, or licensors shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of the Service, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. Our total liability to you for any claim arising from these Terms or the Service shall not exceed the amount you paid to us (if any) in the preceding 12 months.

9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless The Shift, its affiliates, and their respective officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of your use of the Service, your violation of these Terms, or your violation of any rights of a third party.

10. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

10.1 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Michigan and California, United States, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

10.2 Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration in Michigan & California, in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. You waive any right to participate in a class action lawsuit or class-wide arbitration.

11. Miscellaneous

11.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and The Shift regarding the use of the Service.

11.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

11.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

11.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer your rights or obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign or transfer these Terms at our discretion.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms or the Service, please contact us at:

• Email: theshiftnews.contact@gmail.com