Terms of Service

1. Description of Service

IsraelPedia is an online encyclopedia and digital reference repository designed for informational, educational, and research purposes about Israel. We provide access to articles, data, media, and reference material curated from various sources or contributed by users.

IsraelPedia is based on research and publicly available information from open sources. The site uses AI systems to help improve accuracy and ensure content is evidence-based, but errors may still occur.

We encourage users to conduct their own research and independently verify information before relying on or using it.

2. Informational Disclaimer

• Educational Use Only: All content on IsraelPedia is provided for general informational and educational purposes only.
• No Professional Advice: The content is not intended to serve as professional legal, medical, financial, or technical advice. Always seek the advice of a qualified professional with any questions you may have regarding a specific subject.
• Accuracy: While we strive for accuracy, IsraelPedia cannot guarantee that every article, entry, or material on the Site is entirely complete, accurate, or current.

3. Intellectual Property and Content Licensing

A. Site Content

Unless otherwise indicated, text, database structures, and Site design are owned by IsraelPedia or licensed to us.

B. Creative Commons Content

Creative Commons: Articles and text entries on IsraelPedia are available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY-SA 4.0) license, unless specifically noted otherwise. You are free to share and use the material as long as appropriate credit is given and derivative works are distributed under the same license.

C. Third-Party Media

Images, audio, video, and third-party references displayed on the Site may be subject to separate copyright protections or fair-use policies.

4. Prohibited Activities

When using the Site, you agree not to:

• Use automated systems (robots, spiders, scrapers) to aggregate data or extract content in a manner that bypasses site security or impairs server infrastructure.
• Impersonate any person or entity, or misrepresent your affiliation with a person or entity.
• Interfere with or disrupt the security features, integrity, or network infrastructure of the Site.
• Use the Site or its contents for any unlawful or malicious purpose.

5. Copyright Policy / DMCA Takedown Notices

We respect the intellectual property rights of others. If you believe that any material available on the Site infringes upon any copyright you own or control, please submit a notice to our designated Copyright Agent at the “contact us” page.

Your notice must include:

1. A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorized representative.
2. Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed.
3. Identification of the material claimed to be infringing and its location on the Site.
4. Your contact information (address, telephone number, email).
5. A statement that you have a good-faith belief that the use is not authorized by the copyright owner.
6. A statement, made under penalty of perjury, that the information in the notice is accurate.

6. Third-Party Links and References

The Site contains links to third-party websites, external references, and external archives. We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites.

7. Modification and Termination of Service

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of the Site at any time without notice. We may also terminate or suspend user access or edit rights for violations of these Terms.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

The site and all content are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, IsraelPedia, its directors, employees, or agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of your use of, or inability to use, the site or its content.

10. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to update or change these Terms at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms, please contact us via the “contact us” page.